Dishwasher

Los Poblanos; Los Ranchos de Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Poblanos in New Mexico is seeking a Dishwasher to support a busy kitchen team in a farm-to-fork setting. You will clean and sanitize china, glassware and storage receptacles, restock and organize wares, and help maintain a safe, efficient dish area.

The role requires punctuality, attention to detail, team spirit, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Prior kitchen experience and a farm-to-fork background are preferred; training is provided in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment.
• Farm-to-fork background preferred.
• Organized with attention to detail; able to work in a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication; reliable.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans using dishwashers or by hand.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas.
• Sort and remove the trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
• Sweep or scrub floors.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

Title: Dishwasher

Reports to: Head Butcher

Position Type: Full or Part-time, Non-exempt

Why you'll love it here:

At Los Poblanos, you will discover more than just a job. Join a team that values your contributions, fosters innovation and provides competitive salaries and benefits. Work in one of New Mexico's most inspiring natural and historic settings while taking your career to the next level. Rooted in our mission to preserve this extraordinary property, our core values embrace community, hospitality, empathy, excellence, respect and stewardship—driving an unforgettable guest and employee experience. There are many opportunities to learn, grow and lead with the dynamic teams at our award-winning restaurant, boutique inn, serene spa, stunning event spaces and organic farm. Dive into hand-made artisan products at our production facility and retail locations or go behind the bar at our vibrant tasting rooms in downtown Albuquerque and Santa Fe.

Job Summary:

You are the most important individual to create a successful kitchen. You clean and sanitize all china, glassware, and food storage receptacles. You restock plates and equipment in their respective “homes” to facilitate a fluid kitchen environment.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Be on time and ready to work
• Maintain and clean all china, glass, and silverware
• Place all cookware, china, glass, and silverware in proper storage spaces
• Organization and cleanliness of the space and dish machine over the entire shift. This includes chemical levels, de-scale, and general cleaning
• Remove all linen and garbage, replace the bags, and clean trash cans inside and out
• Take out all compost bins, Soilutions, and beverage spill buckets at the end of every shift
• Sweep and mop as needed during shift to maintain a safe, non-slip floor and during the close down of the stations
• Buff all China so it is ready for service
• Clean all windows inside and out in the kitchen spaces
• All sinks are washed out and dried as needed
• Clean hoods, ovens, and stoves
• Report any problems with equipment to the direct supervisor
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of mop/broom closets
• Make time to help in other areas of the kitchen, i.e., dish pick-ups and restocks
• Break down boxes for recycling and take any recycling out
• Work clean and maintain your space

Essential Job Functions:

• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans using dishwashers or by hand
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly condition
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in storage areas
• Sort and remove the trash, placing it in designated pickup areas
• Sweep or scrub floors

Requirements

• The ideal candidate must possess experience in a kitchen environment and a farm-to-fork background
• Organized with an attention to detail, being self-motivated, and able to work in a team environment
• Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrate the desire to be consistent
• Able to work in a high-stress environment
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, squat, reach, and walk 8 to 10 hours a day
• Able to grasp, lift, carry. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. in short intervals throughout the day
• Must be willing and able to work a varied schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Preferred:

This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.