Dishwasher / Kitchen Utility

Welcome to Calypso, a brand new restaurant & lounge concept located in The Waterfront Inn hotel! Calypso is a vibrant, lively dining experience located on picturesque Lake Sumter in The Villages, Florida. The experience is a celebration of the rich culture of the Caribbean with a modern play on traditional flavors and vibes. As guests step into Calypso, they will be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The indoor-outdoor lakeside bar allows guests to enjoy the refreshing breezes from Lake Sumter while sipping on their favorite concoctions. The décor, inspired by Floridian colors, creates a breezy, tropical ambiance and mood.

Competitive pay with great benefits - eligible for 2 weeks paid vacation on first day of employment and then 3 weeks on Jan 1q; eight (8) paid holidays; health insurance; dental & vision insurance; your children are eligible for free Villages Charter School tuition; 401K with company match; HSA with company match and more.

Applicants are encouraged to apply in person, Tuesday-Friday, between 10am and 3pm, and/or apply online.

SUMMARY

Fulfill the daily sanitation operations of the kitchens, banquets, and all food service areas within The Waterfront Inn. Primarily works in the kitchen or banquet areas and cleans soiled pots, pans, silverware, glassware and plates. Stewards operate dishwashing machines or wash items by hand. Follow the expectations of the hotel, including following The Waterfront Inn guest service standards. Create a teamwork environment in the Stewarding Department and kitchen, and produce quality service to each guest.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

· Daily sanitation and cleaning of all Food and Beverage areas within the hotel.

· Follow and Maintain Health Department Standards, as well as assist in maintaining The Waterfront Inn standards and high Quality Assurance Standards

· Follow The Villages, hotel and AHC Handbook policies and standard operating procedures

· Always looking for ways to assists guests and fellow workers and going above and beyond to provide great service

· Must have a strong sense of organization and unwavering standards for quality and cleanliness

· Complete daily cleaning duties and side cleaning tasks, takes pride in their work

· Assists in maintaining overall sanitation and cleanliness of all kitchen, pantries and hallways.

· Must provide exceptional attendance and reliability with full compliance to AHC attendance standards and guidelines

· Attends departmental meetings and Daily Rehearsals. Brings Suggestions for improvement.

· Takes pride in their appearance and reports to work in complete uniform, wearing the proper shoes and socks professionally dressed and groomed

· Follow the AHC Safety Standards and practice safe work habits at all times, avoiding injury to self and others

· Handles, stores, and labels all hazardous substances according to state and federal regulations

· Ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor even during periods of crisis or uncertainty.

Daily Responsibilities:

· Setting up and breaking down dish machine, thoroughly cleaning the dish machine

· Washing, sorting, and stacking of all dishes, dish racks, glassware, flatware, utensils and other food and beverage equipment

· Assisting with the transportation of food and equipment to event locations

· Assisting with concierge lounge food transportation and service

· Assisting on dish-up lines, setting and resetting food warmers, service lines and carts with dishes and plates for service

· Assists in set up and maintaining cleanliness in restaurant, and indoor and outdoor event space.

· Assist culinary, restaurant, and banquet staff as needed by running food, dishes and equipment.

· Assist Chef and culinary team with preparation of food and food items as requested.

· Actively taking care of each guest according to The Waterfront Inn guest service standards and department standards

· Monitoring and food waste and controlling dish breakage

· Maintain kitchen and restaurant cleanliness and overall deep cleaning. Maintains cleanliness of carts, shelves and food warmers

· Sweep, mop and scrub kitchen floors as needed. Clean all trash receptacles and loading dock area as needed

· Breaking down boxes, disposing of trash and placing recyclables in the appropriate containers

· Communicates product needs or shortages, as well as any necessary equipment repairs promptly to Chefs or Supervisors

· Any other additional responsibilities that may be asked by General Manager or other Managers, Chefs and Supervisors

· This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Some restaurant/kitchen experience preferred

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED preferred; full-service restaurant dishwashing experience is desired

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively before guests or associates.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

ServSafe or other Food Service sanitation training preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate:

• Is regularly working in damp to wet locations
• Is regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects
• Is required to frequently reach, push, and lift with hands and arms
• Is required to frequently lift and carry racks or stacks of dishes, glassware, and other utensils.
• Is regularly required to talk or hear; taste or smell
• Is occasionally required to sit and stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to read and fully understand labels on chemicals
• Frequent exposure to steam, high temperatures and humidity
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTICE: The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift as business demands. In addition, this is a hospitality business and a hospitable service atmosphere must be projected at all times. I have read and received a copy of the above description and fully understand that violation of any of the stated responsibilities and duties is grounds for disciplinary action.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.30 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15