Dining Services Assistant (Dishwasher) - Part Time

Description

The primary responsibilities of the Dining Services Utility Clerk are to assist the dining department in all aspects of the dining experience; to include but not limited to bussing tables and cleaning/sanitizing dishes, cleaning/sanitizing kitchen and dining rooms, stocking inventory, dining room support, etc.

Includes days, evenings, weekends & holidays. 

• Having prior experience in restaurant/dining field is a plus.
• Strong verbal communication skills; ability to speak with appropriate grammar.
• Ability to process information accurately, make appropriate decisions and take appropriate action based upon the information available.
• Strong customer service skills; maintain a hospitality approach to engaging with all individuals.

Requirements

• Operate dishwasher. Clean and sanitize dishes, utensils and serving trays after meals.
• Operate equipment including, but not limited to, dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, griddle, toaster in order to perform job duties.
• Empty trash receptacles and take to trash bin.
• Be versatile and flexible to assist in any dining area needed as well as perform all functions as Dining Services Assistant as needed.
• Stock, remove, cover and store all foods and condiments in units. Label and date all food items. Discard all food items as required under regulations.
• Stock food that has been delivered using First In, First Out method. Check items labeled by the end of the shift. Checks dates and expiration dates on all stock.
• Store cleaning chemicals and sanitizing solutions in proper location and maintain knowledge of proper and safe use of cleaning and sanitizing solutions used to complete work.
• Read and review instructions and information on break-down sheets, labels and diet information cards; including food preparation requirements (regular, pureed, mechanical soft) portion sizes and resident preferences, allergies, etc. in order to properly serve residents.
• Ensure that food that has been prepared is ready to serve at resident meal times and served at the proper temperature and as requested by the resident.
• Prepare and deliver trays as required for delivery.
• Keep all food preparation and service areas clean and sanitized.
• Assist in training new employees and help them learn position.
• Demonstrate dependability, reliability and punctuality. Report to work when scheduled, ready to work.
• Assist residents in the dining room, take orders, deliver food, refill drinks, bus tables, etc.
• Recognize the varying dietary needs of an aging population.