Dishwasher

Beryl’s Pepper Pot; Ajax; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A fast casual Caribbean restaurant in Ajax is seeking an ambitious Dishwasher. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of health and safety rules, be a team player, and excel in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include collecting and cleaning dishes, ensuring kitchen cleanliness, and assisting kitchen staff. A high school diploma or equivalent is desirable.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Very good physical condition and endurance.

Responsibilities

• Collect soiled dishes from dining areas and transport them to the dishroom.
• Soap down dishes and ensure that they are rinsed properly.
• Assist kitchen staff with food preparation duties when needed.

Skills

Team player

Good communication skills

Ability to follow health and safety rules

Endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Beryl’s Pepper Pot

Beryl’s Pepper Pot is a fast casual Caribbean food experience offering fun and flavourful Jamaican cuisine. From fire-grilled jerk chicken seasoned with signature spices, to traditional Jamaican food and authentic twists to classic dishes, Beryl’s Pepper Pot offers one of the most dynamic ethnic food menus in the Caribbean food genre.

We are looking for an ambitious Dishwasher to assist in the maintenance of the dishes and potware in the kitchen.

A great dishwasher will be quick and diligent and willing to improve on the job. You will be deft and able to follow instructions as well as all health and safety rules in the kitchen. The ideal candidate will also be able to function in a fast-paced, busy environment as a part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Collect soiled dishes from dining areas and transport them to the dishroom
• Collect soiled pots from kitchen areas and transport them to the dishroom
• Mix liquid soap and ensure that sponges are properly immersed in the liquid
• Clean dishes, flatware and potware with water in order to clear them of dirt
• Soap down dishes and ensure that they are rinsed properly
• Place washed dishware and flatware on drying racks
• Use drying cloth to dry dishes and flatware completely
• Load soap and water into dishwashers
• Place dishes appropriately in the dishwasher
• Switch dishwasher on for the right amount of time and keep a watch on the timer
• Remove washed dishes from the dishwasher and make arrangements to dry them if needed
• Stack dishes properly in cupboards
• Maintain kitchen work areas and receive and store kitchen supplies
• Sweep kitchen floor and take trash out
• Ensure that the kitchen floor is properly sanitized
• Perform preventative and regular maintenance on dishwashers and ovens
• Mop stockrooms and report any hazardous situations to the kitchen or maintenance manager
• Ensure that all dish cleaning equipment and supplies are stocked properly
• Assist kitchen staff with food preparation duties when needed

Requirements

• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
• Able to stand for long periods of time
• A team player with good communication skills
• Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure
• Very good physical condition and endurance
• High school diploma or equivalent is desirable