Dishwasher-Porter

Responsibilities

• Treat guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations
• Honesty & Integrity
• Delivers outstanding service and creates memorable experiences
• Captures and coordinates job duties in an active environment

Specific Duties

• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and/or pans using dishwashers or by hand.
• All dishes, glassware, plastic containers, pots and pans must be put away clean, dry and grease free in a neat and organized manner.
• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas, by hand or using hand trucks.
• Clean garbage cans with water and proper SDS (Safety Data Sheet) cleaning supplies.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in clean and orderly conditions.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in storage areas.
• Sort and remove trash, place it in designated pickup areas.
• Sweep, scrub, and mop floors.
• Ensure no standing water on the floor anywhere in the kitchen, as per the health code violation.
• Ensure all paper towels and soap are refilled at every handwashing sink throughout the kitchen.
• Weekly deep cleaning of both ice machines, plus daily spot cleaning.
• Assist our chefs by preparing ingredients. This may include chopping, slicing, washing, and peeling vegetables and meats.
• Assist with receiving deliveries: verify items against invoices and purchase orders, check product quality and temperatures upon arrival, and report discrepancies or damaged goods to the Chef on duty.
• Store and rotate product according to FIFO standards, ensuring proper labeling, dating, and storage temperatures in walk-ins, freezers, and dry storage.
• Assist with weekly and monthly inventory counts as directed by the Executive Chef or Sous Chef.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of all storage areas, including walk-in coolers, freezers, and dry storage shelving.
• Follow all HACCP and food safety protocols, including temperature logging during receiving.

Requirements

• Must have 2+ years of experience as a dishwasher/porter at a comparable restaurant or hotel.
• Must have a basic understanding of the English language.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and push/pull loaded carts or hand trucks up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to stay on your feet for 8 hours plus.
• Must be able to work in cold environments (walk-in coolers/freezers) for short periods.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.