Dishwasher

About the role

The dishwasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and proper storage of all china, glass, and silver, and ensuring the highest standards of sanitation. He/she also assists the kitchen staff in maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and all storage areas, cleaning equipment, utensils, and the physical work area, and helps with proper food storage and rotation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and orderliness in all kitchens, back dock, dumpster, and utility work areas.
• Perform heavy‑duty cleaning of ovens, grills, sinks, walls, floors, walk‑in refrigerators and freezers, and other heavy kitchen equipment.
• Wash pots, pans, and kitchen utensils following proper procedures for cleanliness and sanitation.
• Vacuum carpeted areas throughout the food and beverage outlets.
• Sweep, mop, and wash floors in all food and beverage areas, kitchen, restaurant, and dock area.
• Keep management informed of shortages of equipment and supplies.
• Operate dishwashing equipment to ensure all china, glass, and silver are cleaned thoroughly and sanitized.
• Return all clean china, glass, and silver to their proper storage locations, handling them carefully to minimize breakage.
• Apply proper safe‑handling techniques for all chemicals used.
• Report any faulty equipment to management immediately.
• Empty garbage from food and beverage areas into the hotel dumpster.
• Know the location and operation of all fire‑extinguishing equipment.
• Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid injury to self or other employees.
• Follow proper procedures for the breakdown, cleaning, and reassembly of all kitchen equipment as needed.
• Adhere to all sanitation standards.
• Assist in the set‑up and breakdown of the restaurant buffet as required.
• Support banquets by supplying china, glass, and silver according to business demand.

Physical Requirements

Flexible and long hours may be required. Heavy work includes exerting up to 100 lb of force occasionally, 50 lb frequently, and up to 20 lb constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to stand for the entire shift and to withstand temperature variations, both hot and cold.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.