Dishwasher

Dishwasher

The Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation within the kitchen and dishwashing areas. This includes cleaning and sanitizing dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment using both machine and manual methods. The role also involves supporting overall kitchen cleanliness, including trash disposal, floor maintenance, and general sanitation. Additionally, the Dishwasher may assist with food preparation once all primary cleaning duties are completed and is expected to participate in ongoing training and compliance efforts.

• Sort and rinse dirty dishes, glassware, tableware, and cooking utensils, then place them in racks for the dish machine.
• Sort and stack clean dishes; carry them to the cook’s line and proper storage areas.
• Rewash any soiled dishes before delivery.
• Change dishwater in the dish machine regularly.
• Wash pots, pans, and trays by hand as needed.
• Remove trash and garbage and take it to the dumpster.
• Set up and break down the dishwashing area.
• Clean, roll, and unroll mats in the kitchen.
• Fill and empty soak tubs with cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors.
• Wipe up spills promptly to keep floors dry and safe.
• Conduct general restaurant cleaning tasks as directed.
• Notify the manager immediately if dish machine wash or rinse temperatures fall below safety standards.
• Follow proper hand sanitation protocols at all times.
• Assist culinary staff with food preparation only after completing all assigned cleaning duties, ensuring quality and timing are not compromised.
• Participate in and complete all required ongoing training, including monthly online and in-person training, annual skills competencies education, and role-specific certifications, to ensure continued competence and adherence to organizational and regulatory standards.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards consistently.
• Time Management: Capable of prioritizing and completing tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical Stamina: Able to stand for long periods and perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting, bending, and reaching.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with kitchen and culinary staff; communicates effectively regarding kitchen safety or equipment issues.
• Basic Safety Knowledge: Understands and follows safety and sanitation protocols, including proper handwashing and temperature checks for dish machines.
• Adaptability: Willingness to take on additional cleaning or food prep duties as needed, without compromising primary responsibilities.

• AMBASSADOR: Represents The Highlands at Wyomissing® in a positive light with integrity. Takes pride in our community.
• COMMITMENT
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  Dedicated, adaptable, tolerant, dependable, focused, and passionate. Often does more than is required. Reports to work as scheduled and timely.
• COMPASSIONATE
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  Is empathetic, mindful, and kind.
• INNOVATIVE
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  Is curious. Identifies new methods and efficiencies.
• RESULTS-DRIVEN
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  Has a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and completing work. Exerts unusual effort over time to achieve a goal. Maintains commitment to goals in the face of obstacles and frustrations.
• TEAM ORIENTED
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  Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals.

• SAFETY: Practices safe behaviors to ensure the safety of all.
• KINDNESS: Projects a positive image and energy. Courteous and respectful to all. Goes above and beyond to exceed customer expectations.
• SHOW: Takes pride in self-appearance. Stays in “character” and performs the “role in the show.” Ensures work area is show‑ready.
• EFFICIENCY: Performs role with consistency and efficiency. Uses time and resources wisely.

• This position may be full-time or part-time in a health care facility that is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Days and hours of work vary based on need. Rotating shifts as well as evening, weekend, holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. This is a full-time position.

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