Dishwasher

The Steward/dishwasher cleans and sanitizes all areas of the kitchen and operates the dish washing machine in safe and efficient compliance with policies and procedures, brand standards and federal, state and local regulations.

Operate dish washing machine including proper rack stacking and silver presoaking. Wash dishes, pots and pans, kitchen utensils, glasses, silverware, etc.

Maintain mop station with mops/buckets, brooms and proper cleaning solutions. Sweep and mop floors. Keep floors clean and dry, pick up wet spills immediately.

Clean walls, tables, racks, sinks, floor mats and disposal area. Polish stainless steel.

Clean ovens, hoods, filters, drains, hot boxes, steam tables, flat boxes and ceiling vents, according to schedule or as directed.

Empty all trash cans, wash out and return to kitchen.

Perform special cleaning projects as assigned.

Arrive on time, when scheduled and in proper uniform.

Maintains a professional and positive attitude when communicating with guests and associates.

Assist with busing tables if needed.

Any other tasks as requested by management.

High school education or related experience. Familiarity with hospitality industry practices preferred

Must have vision ability to see minute objects at arms length, to read meters and controls.

Must have finger, hand and upper body dexterity to grasp dishes, push, pull, carry and lift racks, carts, and large trash bins. Must be able to bend, squat, reach and retrieve items from above head.

Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs to include serving trays, carts, tables, chairs, and small equipment up to 75% of the time. Balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching handling, fingering throughout the shift. Mobility
-full range of mobility and the ability to travel up to 300 feet on a regular basis throughout the shift.

Continuous standing
-during preparation, during service hours or during expediting. Must have moderate hearing to hear customers, supervisors, and communicate with other staff. Must have excellent vision to see that product is prepared appropriately.

Must have ability to perform multiple tasks at one time, must be able to follow verbal and written instruction, and be able to communicate both verbally and in writing.

Must be highly organized and able to pay attention to sound and sight details in crowded and noisy situations, particularly when handling multiple tasks.

Must be able to use tact and understanding when dealing with a variety of customer service problems, including stressful and highly emotional situations.

Must be able to understand and follow written or verbal instructions, or instruction by example.

Must have the ability to keep breakage to a minimum by handling china, glassware and fragile equipment with care.