Dish Porter Cleaning Maintenance

Ditka's Restaurant Group; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Free uniforms

Job summary

A local restaurant is hiring for a Dishwashing position in Pittsburgh, PA. The candidate will be responsible for washing dishes, maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen, and assisting with food prep. The ideal applicant has at least 6 months of experience in a similar role and should have a positive attitude, the ability to work under pressure, and maintain a professional appearance. Experience in a restaurant setting is preferred, along with the ability to communicate in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in a similar position within the restaurant industry.
• Preferred experience in restaurant dishwashing or preparation.
• Ability to speak and understand English and Spanish at a conversational level.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, silverware, and kitchen equipment following established procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dish areas.
• Assist with food preparation as necessary.
• Practice safe food handling at all times.
• Complete assigned cleaning projects within given timelines.

Skills

Ability to read and follow instructions

Positive attitude under stress

Professional appearance

Education

No formal education requirement

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development
• Free uniforms

Job Description:

Job Summary

Washes dishes, silverware, pots/pans, glasses and other kitchen serviceware and equipment following established company procedures. Also responsibility for maintenance, cleanliness and upkeep of dish and pot/pan washing areas and related equipment. Assist as necessary with food preparation, restaurant cleanliness and duties as assigned.

Key Performance Elements/Essential Functions

Cleans and sanitizes the work area before, during, and after each shift.

Proper operation of dish machine, following equipment guidelines and company policies and procedures.

Ensures the proper stocking and use of all necessary chemicals – a complete understanding of the proper use of these chemicals

Proper set-up of pot/pan washing area, ensuring proper stocking, cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, silverware, pots/pans, glasses, and other restaurant serviceware and equipment following established company guidelines.

Assists in re-stocking cook’s and Server areas with clean serviceware and equipment as necessary to help ensure efficient guest service.

Assists in cleanliness, maintenance and organization of back-of-house areas

Assists in the cleanliness, maintenance, and organization of all back-of-house storage areas.

Completes all assigned prep work within assigned time lines.

Completes assigned daily and weekly cleaning projects.

Practices sanitary and safe food handling at all times.

Follows all systems of safety training

Sets up work station for maximum productivity and efficiency.

Mentally prioritizes tasks to maximize use of time.

Dates, labels, and rotates all products.

Ensures a harassment free environment through proper personal conduct.

Upholds safety and security standards at all times.

Maintains professional restaurant image, including restaurant cleanliness, proper uniforms, and appearance standards.

Complete other job duties as assigned by the Manager.

Capable of using knives, slicing equipment, and other food preparation equipment safely.

Able to respond in emergency situations to avoid imminent dangers to self and others.

Key Competencies/Characteristics

Ability to read and follow instructions related to the use of chemicals in the manner in which they are written.

Able to remain positive and calm under stressful conditions.

Exhibits neat, clean and professional image at all times.

Physical Requirements

Able to lift and carry 30-50 pounds several times per shift.

Must have sufficient mobility to move and/or operate in work area. Bending, turning, twisting upper body, reaching for up to x amount of times per day.

Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods up to 4 hours.

This position requires work in hot environments both front of the house and in the back of the house for a restaurant

Additional Information

Must meet any federal, state, county or municipal regulations pertaining to the service of food and beverages, e.g. ServSafe Certifications.

Ability to understand dangers of chemical use and must follow all OSHA related MSDS (now MSD) information as written

Team Members must work well with limited supervision within their specific position functions but must be highly interactive with other Team Members to accomplish work.

Experience Requirements

Minimum 6 months experience working in similar positions within restaurant industry

Preferred Experience includes restaurant dishwashing or prep experience or similar

Preferred ability to speak and understand English and Spanish at a conversation level

Ability to perform the tasks as described above

No formal education requirement