Dishwasher - Part Time

Job Title: Dishwasher Department: Dining Services Date Revised: 7/24/2024
Reports To: Dining Services Director FLSA Status: Non-exempt Job Code: 6008


Job Summary:
The Dishwasher performs dishwashing duties in accordance with current applicable Health Department regulations and with established Benchmark policies and procedures. S/he performs these duties under the direction of the Dining Services Director or Cook.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities:
• Empty and clean all kitchen garbage barrels
• Sweep floors, walk in freezer, refrigerator, and under all equipment
• Mop floors and clean out mop bucket
• Clean all kitchen equipment, tables, and counters in accordance with established Health Department regulations
• Clean all stovetop grates and hood filets
• Check and clean grease traps
• Report all safety incidents and accidents and all unsafe and unsanitary conditions immediately to supervisor
• Clean inside of dishwasher, doors, and drain
• Clean all sinks and disposals in the kitchen
• Clean dishwashing areas and pot sinks
• Clean food transportation carts
• Clean silverware, dishes, glasses, and all other kitchen and dining room accessories and equipment used in preparing meals being served to residents
• Store all silverware, plate, and utensils
• Take out trash, boxes, and pt liners back in trash barrels
• Wipe down and clean coffee, milk, juice, and ice-cream machines as well as all tables and counters
• Wash all service carts
• Deliver all soiled linen to laundry room
• Scrub and wash stovetops
• Mop elevators
• Perform other general kitchen duties as assigned
• Assist in putting orders away when requested

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One-year dietary experience in a restaurant.

Required Skills/Abilities:
• Must be able to interact effectively with residents and staff.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

PHYSICAL JOB ANALYSIS
JOB TITLE: Dishwasher
The principal duties and responsibilities are listed in the formal job description. This form is intended to provide a summary of the physical demands of the job.
Frequency Frequency
Unanticipated Seldom (1-5% of time) Occasional (6-33% of time) Frequent (34-66% of time) Constant (67-100% of time) Unanticipated Seldom (1-5% of time) Occasional (6-33% of time) Frequent (34-66% of time) Constant (67-100% of time)
LIFT/CARRY (OBJECTS) EQUIPMENT
Objects up to 10 lbs. X Transfer Devices/Gait Belts X
Objects 11-20 lbs. X Kitchen Equipment X
Objects 21-35 lbs. X Ladders X
Objects 36-75 lbs.* X Maintenance Equipment X
Objects 76-100lbs.* X Tablets/Computers/Office X
*Weights in excess of 35 lbs. will be reviewed for 2-person or mechanical assist