Dishwasher

Markesan Resident Home, Inc; Markesan (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Markesan Resident Home, Inc. is seeking a Dishwasher to work with the Dietary Aide and Cook. You will wash dishes, clear dining areas, operate the dishwasher, and maintain a clean dish-washing area.

You will help with meal service and assist residents as needed, while following safety protocols and privacy rules. Safety and confidentiality are emphasized, with responsibilities including cleaning, reporting incidents, and supporting a calm environment in the department.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and able to read, write and speak the English language.
• Must be in good physical and mental health.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift 25 pounds.
• Able to interact with residents, staff and the public tactfully.
• Able to relate to and work comfortably with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Wash trays, pots and pans; operate the dishwasher and clean the dish-washing area.
• Clear dining rooms as needed and help with meal service.
• Perform general cleaning and keep food storage areas clean and organized.
• Ensure all safety regulations are followed and doors are secured at shift end.
• Assist residents with eating in the dining room after training as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager.

Skills

English proficiency

Physical fitness

Interpersonal skills

Lifting ability

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Job Summary:The Dishwasher works with and helps the Dietary Aide and the Cook. She/he washes trays and pots and pans, clears the dining room as needed, runs the dishwasher, cleans the dish-washing area, empties garbage and performs general cleanup. At the end of the shift, he/she is responsible to make sure everything is properly secure for the night, and locked up.Duties & Responsibilities:Develop and maintain a good working rapport with department personnel, as well as other departments within the facility to help assure that food service can be properly maintained to meet the needs of the resident.Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the Department.Assure that safety regulations are followed at all times.Assist with serving meals as necessary, and on a timely basis.Maintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all resident care information to assure resident rights are protected.Assure that established Infection Control Policies and Procedures are followed.Assist in daily or scheduled cleaning duties in accordance with established Policies & Procedures.Attend and participate in all required in-services.Report all accidents/incidents as established by Department policies.Assist in maintaining food storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times.Clean work areas, tables and counter tops, etc.Wash and clean utensils, pots and pans, and all dishes and return each to the proper storage area.Perform dishwashing, cleaning procedures of carts, dining rooms, etc.Empty garbage cans and take bags to the dumpster.Check to make sure the ovens, burners, fans and lights are all turned off.Lock all doors.Assist residents with eating in the dining room as needed after completing proper procedure training.Performs all other duties as requested by the Food Service Manager.Qualifications:Must be at least 16 years old and able to read, write and speak the English language.Must show evidence of being in good physical and mental health.Must be able to deal with the residents, staff and the public tactfully.Must be able to relate to and work comfortably with the elderly.Must be able to stand for long periods of time.Must be able to bend, squat and reach above your head.Must be able to lift 25 pounds.