Dishwasher

Responsibilities:
- Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans using dishwashers or by hand
- Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas
- Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas
- Sweep or scrub floors
- Clean food preparation areas, facilities, or equipment
- Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars
- Assist kitchen staff with various tasks as needed

Requirements:

• Previous experience working in a food service or restaurant environment is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to use Production Worksheets to accurately calculate items used, such as milk, jellies, etc., that you are responsible for placing out for service and returning to inventory when unused
• Complete, consistent and fully accurate completion of the applicable sections of Production Records and Food Event Forms at the end of every meal / event as per USDA and NMSD requirements using Production Worksheet totals
• Perform daily, weekly and monthly cleaning / sanitizing and deep cleaning of the facility including but not limited to: service areas, kitchen equipment, prep surface areas, ovens, refrigeration / freezer units, mixers, carts, rolling racks, shelving, dry storage areas, dining areas and staff areas.
• Follows a “clean as you go” workstyle to maintain cleanliness and sanitation
• Support Cooks in food prep and service as requested / assigned
• Assist with Campus Events in all capacities as assigned
• Other job-related duties as assigne

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing for extended periods of time
• Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis
• Repetitive movements and continual use of manual dexterity and gross motor skills with frequent use of bi-manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Bending, reaching, reaching overhead, stoop, kneel, crouch, and mopping and sweeping motions.
• Ability to safely operate a golf cart

Certification / Clearance

• Must have and maintain a current Food Handler Certification which meets the requirements of the New Mexico Environment Department and / or USDA Food Programs, or, must obtain this certificate within 30 days of hire
• Successful passing of a pre-employment background check
• Must complete annual USDA required Professional Standards Training hours and NMSD Professional Development Plan on an ongoing basis

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Morning shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person