Dishwasher @ Luna Café

Job Title: Dishwasher
Reports to: Executive Chef

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dishwasher performs several kitchen activities including washing and cleaning tableware, pots, pans and cooking equipment. Keeps the dish machine and any other equipment clean and organized.

ESSENTIAL TASKS & FUNCTIONS:

• Load, run and unload the dish machine using the appropriate size hardware at all times.
• Sort and stack clean dishes. Carry clean dishes to cook’s line and other proper storage areas ensuring minimal damage to company property.
• Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures.
• Report any functional or mechanical problems immediately.
• Monitor dish machine water temperature to ensure sanitary wash cycle.
• Empty trash containers as required.
• Change dishwater in dish machine regularly.
• Set up or break down dishwashing area.
• Wash and stack floor mats.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floor.
• General restaurant and restroom cleaning as directed.
• Maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies.
• Basic food prep as requested by Executive Chef or manager on duty.
• Other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience preferred but not required.
• Basic understanding of sanitation, cleanliness and personal hygiene.
• Working conditions involve noise, heat, temperature changes, kitchen elements, odors, moisture, etc.
• Requires moderate physical effort, including: standing, carrying, bending, stretching, stooping, pulling, pushing and lifting of weights up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to work additional hours as dictated by the work load and staffing, including weekends, evenings and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer