Dishwasher - College Cafe

Dishwasher Full-time - College Cafe

Company: Thomas Cuisine

Location: Mission College, Santa Clara, CA

Wage: $19 per hour

Schedule:

• AM Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
• PM Shift: Sunday – Thursday, 11:30 am – 8:00 pm

Accountable for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for all food pans, sheet pans, food racks, cooking utensils, kitchenware, etc., using machine and manual cleaning methods. Ensures areas used to complete these tasks are kept clean, safe, and sanitary.

• Check box bin: empty when needed.
• Set up / clear pot washing sink area.
• Check tray‑belt, clear if needed.
• Check and fill dish machine.
• Check and record wash / rinse temperatures.
• Wash any items that are soiled and dirty.
• All washable equipment must air dry on racks / free of water. Follow the procedure of never touching dirty equipment before touching clean equipment without washing hands first.
• Sort and stack clean equipment. Carry/carry clean equipment to proper storage areas.
• Wash front‑of‑house garbage can lids through dish machine.
• Sanitize stainless area, tray line and tray belt.
• Wash floor mats, re‑rack mats on mat holder.
• Run dish machine filters through machine.
• Shut down machine, drain and clean dish machine jets and screens, rinse machine inside and out, using hose with hot water connection.
• Remove trash and cardboard to dumpster.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to read labels on chemicals.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures.
• Adheres to procedures in accordance with department and OSHA guidelines.

• Able to learn to operate equipment and perform a variety of repetitive tasks.
• Ability to do heavy lifting.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Deliver friendly and efficient customer service.
• Speak clearly and present information orally.
• Able to follow directions and complete tasks assigned.
• Able to follow time schedules for meal preparation and serving.

• Minimum Required
• High School Diploma or GED.

• Preferred
• Experience with catering, fast‑food service, prep work or other food handling experience.
• Experience working in kitchens of facilities or institutions that provide meals to large groups of people daily.

• Minimum required: CA Food Handler Card.

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits with several plan options.
• HSA and FSA plan available.
• Generous Accrued Paid Time Off and Leave programs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Voluntary Short‑Term Disability.
• Holiday Pay on worked holidays.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, behavioral health assistance, and more.

Thomas Cuisine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We believe in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging and strive to create an inclusive work environment where all employees’ differences are celebrated, their thoughts matter, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Hospitality