Dishwasher

About the role

The Inn at Little Washington, established in 1978, is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It is renowned for its accolades including Michelin 3 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. As part of Relais & Châteaux, The Inn offers a unique blend of hospitality and culinary excellence.

Responsibilities

• Thorough cleaning of all plates, utensils, and kitchen tools.
• Deep cleaning and organization projects as needed or delegated by management.
• Proper scrubbing and storing of all pots and pans.
• Upkeep and cleaning of the employee dining area.
• Daily sweeping and mopping of kitchen floors, before service and after service and as directed.
• Cleaning of all floor drains and catches.
• Maintaining the cleanliness of the dish machine area, basin sinks, and other culinary areas.
• Organizing all storage areas for non-food items and cleaning supplies.
• Communicating when cleaning supplies run low.
• Pressure washing of floors as directed.
• Proper cleaning and maintenance of dish machine.
• Stocking and maintaining hand soap and hand towel stations.
• Assisting with other cleaning and maintenance projects as prescribed by culinary management.
• Polishing of service ware as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Access to a reliable mode of transportation.
• Capable of following direction and completing tasks given in a timely manner.
• Self-motivated to work diligently and at speed particularly during service.
• A positive attitude.
• Strong team player.
• Desire to work quickly and efficiently.
• Minimum of one year stewarding experience in a food establishment.
• Desirable: Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Skills

• Ability to be thorough and pay attention to detail when cleaning.
• Cautious and delicate when handling china and glassware.
• Desire to work quickly and efficiently.
• Capable of following direction and completing tasks given in a timely manner.
• Self-motivated to work diligently particularly during dinner service.
• Strong communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (8-10 hours consistently).
• Requires exposure to hot pans, sharp knives, open flames, and temperatures ranging from hot to cold.
• Availability and understanding that the position often requires hours in excess of a standard workweek (40-50 hours).

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance (full time employees).
• Paid time off (full time employees).
• 401(k) retirement plan with match.
• Employee education allowance.
• Advancement potential.
• Flexible schedules.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Complimentary uniforms.
• Delicious “family” meals daily prepared by the chefs.
• Referral bonuses.
• Competitive pay.

Contact

For more information, visit www.theinnatlittlewashington.com.