Kitchen Assistant
Roman Catholic Diocese of Bridgeport · Stamford, CT · 2 mo ago
ManagementPart-time
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Upholds the mission and Catholic values of Queen of The Clergy Residence
- Serves and cleans the kitchen serving and dining areas
- Sanitizes tabletops, kitchen equipment, cleans floors and discards trash in dumpster
- Maintains all kitchen work areas and washes down the dish machine and floor mats
- Cleans pots and pans, assembles, maintains and breaks down the dish machine to prevent blockages
- Refills and maintains cleaning solutions for dishwasher
- Maintains sanitary and safety standards, organization and conditions of dishes, utensils, glasses, pots, pans, equipment and kitchen in accordance with guidelines
- Stores and stocks supplies in a safe, sanitary and organized manner
- Plays clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in proper storage areas with easy access for cooks to plate meals
- Assists chefs as requested, including deliveries and storing of food and sanitation supplies
- Assists resident assistants as requested, including serving and clearing of plates, glassware, and silverware from tables
- Requests supplies and equipment as needed for cleaning and dishwashing duties
- Performs other duties as assigned
Education/Qualifications/Experience Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED, preferred
- Knowledge of, or ability to learn, standard cleaning methods and equipment used in kitchen area
- Previous dishwashing and utility experience preferred
- Familiarity with cleaning/janitorial equipment supplies and their safe use
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions in English
- Ability to maintain a safe work environment and conduct all tasks in accordance with safe work standards
- Demonstrated ability to keep up with a high volume of dishes
- Excellent attendance and ability to be at work on time as provided by the work schedule
- Strong interpersonal skills for communicating with fellow employees, residents, vendors and visitors
- Ability to be in contact with cleaning, dishwasher and other chemicals in performing responsibilities
- Must practice good grooming standards
- Continuous physical effort required including frequent bending, walking, and standing
- Ability to lift and physically move up to 29 pounds on a regular basis
- Ability to lift/transport 30-50 pounds on an occasional basis
- Adheres to the U.S.C.C.B. Charter for Safe Environments Policy for Virtus compliance and adheres to civil laws and reporting procedures