Job summary:

Responsible for the washing and sanitizing of all food service utensils and miscellaneous items such as plates, silverware, glassware, pots, pans, etc. Responsible for helping to maintain the cleanliness of the back of the house area. Essential functions: Must be willing and able to: Wash, sanitize and dry items placed in the dish area or as requested by management or staff Safely wash and sanitize all kitchen utensils and machinery Ensure the cleanliness of all items washed in the dish room Follow proper dish washing sequence according to standing operating procedure Maintain a pace to prevent backup or dirty dishes, glassware, etc. Maintain a clean and orderly work area to ensure safety Return all items to appropriate area after washing and sanitizing procedures are completed Read a thermometer Maintain dish washing machinery and identify potential problem areas Properly operate and utilize the dish machine and cleaning supplies Identify cleaning supplies and their specific uses Assist with the general cleanliness of the heart of the house Perform varied duties to ensure efficient dish washing according to standing operating procedure Perform functions of position alone and without assistance if necessary Requirements Qualification standards: Must be willing and able to: Meet personal schedule requirements punctually Work a variable, flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays Stand and/or walk for an entire shift Perform in limited physical space with variable ventilation, smoke and extreme temperatures Handle extremes in water and air temperature Safely transport items to and from areas of the kitchen on a slick and uneven surface Safely transport containers that weigh up to 50 lbs. From any point in the kitchen to the dish area and vice versa Transport dishes, bus tubs and/or trays from the dish washing area to any area in the kitchen, including stairs where applicable Safely move about in all areas of the restaurant