Dishwasher

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Support the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas. 

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the onsite Food & Beverage leadership. 

• Ensure proper storage and handling of food items in compliance with safety standards. 

• Operate the industrial dishwasher to clean dishes, utensils, and cookware. 

• Hand-wash glassware and other kitchen tools as necessary. 

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dish storage areas. 

• Consistently adhere to sanitation and hygiene policies. 

• Follow proper safety protocols when conducting job duties, including utilization of proper personal protective equipment (PPEs)  

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned  

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Education and Experience 

• Understanding of basic restaurant sanitation  

• Prior experience working in a fast-paced kitchen or restaurant environment preferred but not required. 

• Experience assisting with food prep or cleaning in a commercial kitchen environment is an advantage. 

• Continuing education will be offered and administered as needed 

Skills and Abilities 

• Ability to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff and follow directions from supervisors 

• Ability to work fast, effectively and stay focused under pressure 

• High attention to detail to ensure all dishes, utensils, and equipment are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. 

• Consistently showing up on time and ready to perform all duties as assigned. 

• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks and stand for extended periods of time 

Physical requirements 

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

• Able to work under pressure, maintain composure and utilize good judgement during emergency/difficult and stressful situations. 

• Ability to  

• lift up to 30 lbs.;  

• work in an upright standing or sitting position for long periods of time, may fluctuate.  

• May handle, finger, grasp and lift objects and packages.  

• Reach with hands and arms, communicate, receive and exchange ideas and information.  

• Ability to quickly and easily navigate the property/building as required to meet the job functions; complete all required forms. 

• May be required to travel for training sessions off-site on an ad-hoc basis.   

• May be occasionally required to cover for front desk staff at other communities within a reasonable commuting distance when needed.   

• Ability to work extended hours and weekends based on project requirements.  

• Ability to respond to emergencies and callouts in a timely manner. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

Castle is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws. 

DISCLAIMER 

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be supplemented at any time based on organizational needs. In addition, management has the right to change any portion of this job description at any time and for any reason.