Dishwasher in Smithfield, Virginia at The Surry Seafood Company

Job Summary

Wash and clean tableware, pots, pans, and cooking equipment. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Receive stock. Keep grounds clean of debris. Empty all dock trash.

Activities & Responsibilities

Primary

• Promote, work, and act in a manner consistent with the mission of Smithfield Station: It is the mission of Smithfield Station and its associates to provide absolutely the most enjoyable eating and sleeping experience possible to our patrons through outstanding service, superb product and great personalities in a unique, comfortable setting…every day…RIGHT NOW!!
• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using a dishwasher or by hand
• Keep dishwasher clean and immediately report any functional or mechanical problems to the Restaurant Manager
• Monitor dishwasher water temperature to ensure sanitary wash cycle
• Use test strips to insure chemicals are correct
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas
• Maintain adequate levels of clean tableware for dining room and kitchen
• Maintain adequate levels of dish detergents and cleaning supplies
• Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas
• Break down all boxes and place in recycling bin
• Sweep or scrub floors
• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or store rooms
• Clean food preparation and production areas as required
• Receive and store supplies
• Clean garbage cans with water or steam
• Handle tableware carefully to prevent breakage and loss
• Sort and run silverware through dishwasher twice. Store silverware upside down in silverware containers
• Attend all scheduled employee meetings and offers suggestions for improvement
• Coordinate with and assist fellow employees to meet guests’ needs and support the operation of the restaurant
• Fill in for fellow employees where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations

Supplemental

• Load or unload trucks that deliver or pick up food or supplies
• Set up banquet tables, chafing dishes, etc.

Tools & Technology

• Carbonated beverage dispenser
• Commercial use:
• dishwashers
• glasswashers
• pot-washing machines
• power washers
• Drying and draining racks
• Domestic kitchen funnels
• Domestic trash compactors
• Hand trucks or accessories
• Handheld thermometer
• iPad
• Lifts
• Remote reading thermometers
• Sinks
• Soap dispensing brush
• Wet mops

Minimum Qualifications

• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Able to work shifts on weekends and holidays
• Able to work in a hot, wet, humid, and loud environment for long periods of time
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)
• Able to lift, reach, bend and stoop
• Able to safely lift bags, cases and stacks weighing up to 60 pounds up to 30 times per shift