Dishwasher at Amici at The Falls of Oconee – Athens, Georgia

JOB DESCRIPTION

[Though this job description defines the primary duties of the position so named, being a small Company, there will be times when team members will be enlisted to address a special need to get the job done.]

Title: Dishwasher

Reports to: Direct –Kitchen Manager

Secondary – General Manager

Overall Responsibilities:

Your role as a Dishwasher is extremely important to Amici. Your speed and efficiency are imperative to the smooth operation of customer service. You have a major role in and responsibility for the quick overturn of tables. Your efficiency and cleanliness will help assure 100% guest satisfaction, both are essential to keep our customers coming back.

Specific Duties:

Ø Being Physically Fit

Ø Good Work Ethic

Ø Being Proactive

Ø Good Hand-eye Coordination

Ø Able to make repeated movements of the hands

Ø Knowledge about dishwashing

Ø Pays attention to details

Ø Being able to work for long hours on your feet

Ø Math Skills

Ø Good communication skills

JOB GUIDELINES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ø Ensure the cleanliness of every dish, pot, pan, piece of silverware, and glass that goes to the kitchen and our guest.

Ø Ensure that the dish machine is operating at correct temperatures in all cycles.

Ø Ensure that the proper detergents and levels of detergents are being used in the dish machine and pot washing sinks.

Ø Ensure that the proper chemicals are being used when cleaning walls, countertops, and floors.

Ø Abide by all Amici and Serv-Safe safety and cleaning policies and procedures.

Ø Maintain a small wares management program in the dish area. Controlling unnecessary disposal of but not limited to pots, pans, knives, forks, spoons, measuring cups, dishes, bowls, and glasses.

Ø Maintain safe, clean, and organized walk ways in the kitchen

Ø Assist kitchen with prep work during off peak times.

Ø Ensure the cleaning of but not limited to the dish area, kitchen floor, employee restrooms, employee break areas, and storage areas at all times.

Ø Must arrive to work on time.

Ø Have a positive attitude.

Dishwasher jobs are an awesome way to get into the restaurant industry. Many Regional Managers, Kitchen Managers, Line Cooks, and Restaurant Owners start out as dishwashers and move their way up to the position they're passionate about. If you want a career in restaurants, you've got to pay your dues behind the sink first.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the general scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to maximize peak work periods or to balance the work load, and to gain additional experience to further the individual's professional development.

Tools and Technology

Ø Carbonated beverage dispenser

Ø Commercial Use:

o dishwashers

o glasswashers

o pot-washing machines

o power washers

Ø Drying and draining racks

Ø Domestic kitchen funnels

Ø Domestic trash compactors

Ø Hand trucks or accessories

Ø Handheld thermometer

Ø Lifts

Ø Remote reading thermometers

Ø Sinks

Ø Soap dispensing brush

Minimum Qualifications

Ø Able to work in a hot, wet, humid, and loud environment for long periods of time.

Ø Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)

Ø Able to lift, reach, bend and stoop

Ø Able to safely lift bags, cases and stacks weighing up to 60 pounds up to 30 times per shift.