DISHWASHER

Wish You Were Here Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 23,419; Full time

Job summary

Wish You Were Here Group in New York is seeking a friendly in-venue Dishwasher to support our kitchen and service areas. You will maintain cleanliness, handle dishwashing duties, and work closely with chefs and teammates to uphold sanitation standards.

The role requires the ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays. Training in dishwashing and food handling is preferred, with prior porter/dish washer experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Dishwasher training and Food Handling Certificate required.
• Previous porter and/or dishwasher experience preferred.
• Ability to stand and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional appearance as directed in the handbook.
• Aide in cleaning inside and outside the venue.
• Maintain and sanitize the dish station, kitchen and venue.
• Open/close dish station; stock supplies and perform opening/closing side-work.
• Report breakage or damage to management; participate in meetings and trainings.

Skills

Dishwashing

Teamwork

Stamina

Attention to cleanliness

Education

Dish Washer training certificate

Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Job Summary

Ensure all service/kitchen-wares are clean and sanitized. Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

Job Activities

• Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Company Employee Handbook.
• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of all employees.
• Aides in cleaning inside and outside the venue.
• Proper storage and removal of garbage and soiled linens.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of dish station, the kitchen and the entire venue.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of the dish machine.
• Possesses in-depth knowledge of proper usage of cleaning chemicals, equipment and supplies.
• Possesses general knowledge of the venue.
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Communicates product needs to the chefs and/or purchaser.
• Properly sets-up dish station and performs opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
• Stocks stations with prescribed supplies.
• Maintain and clean kitchen equipment.
• Wipes down and sanitizes stations.
• Performs opening side-work as prescribed.
• Performs closing side-work as prescribed.
• Reports all breakage, damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable).
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Company, its partners and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.

Requirements

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements

• Company in-venue Dish Washer training and Food Handling Certificate.
• Previous porter and/or Dish Washer experience preferred.
• Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs.
• Role may include job duties or tasks requiring repetitive motion.
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials.
• Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule inclusive of varying shifts such as days, evenings, weekends and holidays.