Dish Washer H-166

Departmental Objective

In support of Christopher Newport University’s mission, the mission of CNU Dining Services is to provide CNU students with the highest quality in food and dining experiences. In doing so, we are committed to providing fast and customer-friendly services and to provide clean and positive atmospheres throughout the Dining Services operations. Other important components of our mission are to create and cultivate an inclusive environment that helps support places on campus, beyond the classrooms, where intellectual inquiry may occur, and in which social and civic values are fostered. The mission further extends to providing for meaningful, pleasant, and memorable dining experiences, including special theme meals/dining events, in support of inclusivity and other civic values of CNU, and that add to the quality of the cultural life of the CNU community and the Commonwealth, as welcoming gathering places for students, faculty, staff, and guests. In addition, Dining Services aspires to provide high levels of excellence and professionalism in rendering superior customer-focused services to students, faculty, staff, guests, and visitors of the University, with close attention to detail and with a caring and concerned approach, targeted at delivering outstanding results in serving customer needs and achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.

Purpose of the Position

Under the direction of the dish room supervisor, performs all functions necessary to keep the serving area supplied with clean, sanitized china and serviceware. The candidate will operate in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards, maintaining area and equipment as directed and assuring that proper procedures are followed to provide clean and sanitary serviceware.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow directions both verbal and written to communicate effectively
• Ability to deal in a courteous and professional manner, while maintaining positive relations with co-workers, faculty, staff, and students
• Ability to stand for long periods where wet processes are used
• Ability to wear protective footwear
• Ability to work in congested work areas
• This position will be required to work a flexible schedule, including nights (until 10pm), weekends, and some holidays

Education Required

High school diploma or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma.

Additional Considerations

• Previous experience as a dish washer in a high-volume restaurant
• Experience in university/college dining
• Previous experience in a food service operation

Pay

$15.00 to $18.53 per hour, commensurate with education and experience.

Conditions of Employment

• This is an HOURLY position and does NOT entitle the incumbent to Commonwealth of Virginia benefits and is limited to 1500 hours in a 365-day period.
• Selected candidate will be required to attend a 2-Day New Employee Orientation Program.
• Ability to stand for long periods where wet processes are used
• Ability to wear protective footwear
• Ability to work in congested work areas
• This position will be required to work a flexible schedule, including nights (until 10pm), weekends, and some holidays

Physical Demands

• Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.) – Essential
• Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.) – Essential
• Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.) – Essential
• Pushing/Pulling – Essential
• Standing – Essential
• Bending – Essential
• Walking – Essential
• Climbing – Marginal
• Reaching – Essential
• Repetitive Motion – Essential

Emotional Demands

• Fast Pace – Essential
• Average Pace – Essential
• Multiple Priorities – Essential
• Intense Customer Interaction – Marginal
• Multiple Stimuli – Essential
• Frequent Changes – Essential

Mental/Sensory Demands

• Memory – Essential
• Reasoning – Essential
• Hearing – Essential
• Reading – Essential
• Analyzing – Essential
• Logic – Essential
• Verbal Communication – Essential
• Written Communication – Marginal