Dishwasher Prep

**Dishwasher Prep**

**Department:** BOH **Location:** Laguna Niguel, CA

**JOB TITLE:** Dishwasher Prep

**REPORTING TO:** Head Baker

**DEPARTMENT:** Culinary

**CLASSIFICATION:** Non-Exempt

**DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:**

Clean and store all bakery pots, pans, utensils and dishes either by hand or utilizing dishwashing equipment. Perform basic culinary food preparation and other duties as instructed by the Manager-on-Duty (MOD), Head Baker, or General Manager.

**RESPONSIBILITIES:**

* Operate dishwasher/pot sinks to wash and store pots, pans, utensils, and dishware

* Perform side work as needed, i.e. break down boxes and remove trash, receive and put away paper and food orders

* Perform daily cleaning, i.e. sinks, drains, metro shelves, trash bins, floors, walk-in freezer/refrigerator, grease traps (if applicable)

* Ensure all food is prepared, handled and stored according to all required food safety code standards

* Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment in accordance with state and federal health department standards

* Report any sanitation or janitorial issues to manager on duty

* Operate and properly use bakery equipment according to recipes/standard operating procedures, i.e. mixers, induction burners, dishwasher, etc.

* Monitor cleaning supplies inventory levels

* Assist culinary team with production as needed

**QUALIFICATIONS:**

* Previous dishwashing or entry level food handling experience a plus

* Must be able to safely utilize all bakery equipment

* Attention to detail

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**

* Frequent walking, kneeling, bending, and reaching overhead

* Able to stand for extended periods of time

* Must be able to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds

**EDUCATION:**

* High school diploma or GED

**LANGUAGE SKILLS:**

* Must be able to speak and read English

**OTHER:**

* Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed