Dishwasher jobs in District of Columbia

Description

The purpose of the Dishwasher and general utility position is to be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for china, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, etc., using machine and manual cleaning methods. This position also ensures the dishwashing area is maintained as a clean, safe and sanitary facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glass, tableware and other cooking utensils and place them in racks to send through dish machine
• Sort, stack and carry clean dishes to cook’s line and other proper storage areas
• Rewash soiled dishes before delivering
• Change dishwater in dish machine every hour
• Wash pots, pans and trays by hand
• Pick up dishes put and pan at the line and refill during service
• Remove trash and garbage to dumpster
• Clean the kitchen floor before each service
• Set up or break down dishwashing area
• Clean and roll/unroll mats
• Fill/empty soak tubs with cleaning and sanitizing solutions
• Sweep and mop floors
• Assemble and disassemble dish machine
• Sweep up trash around exterior of restaurant and garbage dumpster
• Wipe up any spills to ensure kitchen floors remain dry
• Notify Manager or Chef de Cuisine anytime dish machine wash or rinse cycle falls below safety standard temperatures
• Never touch dirty dishes before touching clean dishes without washing hands
• Wash hands frequently
• Perform other duties as directed

Qualifications

• Ability to walk and stand during entire shift
• Ability to lift and carry racks or stacks of dishes, glassware and other utensils, weighing up to 50 lbs., up to 50 times per shift
• Lift and empty trashcans weighing up to 150 lbs., with assistance, up to two times per shift
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing and lifting
• Ability to work in a hot, damp environment
• Hazards include, but are not limited to, cuts from broken glass and metal cans, burns, slipping and tripping
• Good listening and verbal communication skills

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential job functions being performed.  They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications.

FIG & OLIVE is an EOE Employer.  M/F/V

www.figandolive.com