JOB TITLE: Dishwasher EMPLOYER: Pinx Catering DEPARTMENT: Kitchen REPORTS TO: Executive Chef SUMMARY: Our Dishwashers play a crucial support role in our kitchen operations by maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment. They ensure that all kitchen tools, equipment, and dishes are cleaned efficiently and properly stored to support food preparation and service.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Wash and sanitize all dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment according to food safety standards
- Maintain cleanliness of dishwashing area, including sinks, dish machines, and floors
- Assist with the cleanliness and organization of kitchen storage areas, including walk-ins, dry storage, and equipment rooms
- Take out trash and recycling, and maintain waste management standards
- Return clean kitchen items to appropriate stations for use by culinary staff
- Report any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to the Executive Chef or kitchen leadership
- Support the kitchen team in general cleaning tasks and end-of-shift breakdowns
- Ensure safe handling of chemicals and cleaning products in compliance with company policies and regulations
- Work Private Events as assigned by the Leadership team
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends
- And other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED certificate (preferred)
- 1+ year of experience in a commercial kitchen or janitorial role (preferred)
- Valid Food Handler’s Certification (within first week of employment)
- Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
- Able to take direction and work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible schedule
- Reliable transportation
COMPETENCIES:
- Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
- Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
- Required protective clothing: non-slip shoes
- Frequent exposure to hot water, cleaning chemicals, and humid environments