Dishwasher (Hotel Job)

Saturday and Sunday availability is required for this position.

About the Role

To advance Kirkwood's Center for Hospitality Excellence's vision to lead the world in educating and preparing the finest hospitality professionals that will impact the global community. Our Mission is to be the best place to learn, recruit and stay through teaching, developing, and serving.

This position serves as a trainer, responsible for supervising the learning experiences of students in all areas of The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, The Kirkwood Center for Hospitality Arts, and The Kirkwood Center for Continuing Education.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and/or pans using dishwashers or by hand.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in storage areas.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in clean and orderly condition.
• Stock supplies such as utensils and plates in serving stations, cupboards, and racks.
• Sweep and scrub floors as well as clean garbage cans with soap and water.
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
• Regular and consistent attendance at work.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned.
• Document observations of performance and progress in a timely fashion, utilizing forms provided.
• Serve as a resource for students: answer questions and provide guidance.
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, including the health code.
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, supporting and promoting an environment that accepts differences.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic sanitary guidelines.
• Knowledge of basic dish machine operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and managers.
• Must be 18 years old.

Physical Activities

The following physical conditions and hazards may be encountered while working in this position:

• Indoor environment
• Noise
• Odors
• Extreme temperatures
• Moisture and/or humidity
• Burn hazards

Physical Requirements

The physical activities required for this position involve:

• Standing over 2/3 of the time.
• Walking over 2/3 of the time.
• Using hands over 2/3 of the time.
• Reaching with hands and arms over 2/3 of the time.
• Climbing or balancing up to 2/3 of the time.
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling over 2/3 of the time.
• Talking or hearing up to 2/3 of the time.
• Lifting up to 50 pounds over 2/3 of the time.

Universal Core Competencies

• Advocate for Continual Improvement: Empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability: Working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service: Anticipating needs and creating a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance: Commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead: Regardless of title, through positive influence.