Dishwasher

Workstream; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Lafayette Hotels in Portland, Maine is seeking a friendly, dependable dishwasher to support its culinary team. You will wash, sanitize, and organize dishes, utensils, and equipment in a fast-paced hospitality setting.

Under supervision, you’ll help maintain a spotless kitchen, follow health and safety guidelines, and contribute to a positive team environment. Training will be provided to the right candidate and growth opportunities exist within our Maine hotels and restaurants.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow through with all assigned tasks.
• Ability to clearly communicate with Back of House Supervisors.
• Operates within proper safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintains good communication with co-workers and maintains a positive and professional work environment.
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Some experience in the restaurant or kitchen maintenance area is preferred.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand for extended periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Keep all equipment, utensils, and containers clean and ready for use.
• Clean floors, walls, washtubs, counters, and shelves; mop sink area.
• Empty boxes and trash.
• Properly dispose of grease and garbage left in pots and pans.
• Defrost and clean refrigerators and iceboxes.
• Dump and clean the garbage can.
• Stock serving stations with dishes and utensils.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of trash.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work area following health/food safety regulations.
• Ensure all equipment and work areas are free from clutter and non-approved items.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Sanitation

Job description

Company Intro

Are you a hospitality professional with a strong work ethic who enjoys working with people? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at Lafayette Hotels? If you answered yes, we want to hear from you!

Lafayette Hotels, a renowned family-owned and operated company with over 30 hotels and restaurants throughout Maine and New Hampshire, is seeking friendly guest focused individuals to join our team. With properties in stunning locations such as Maine's Acadia National Park, the Southern Maine Beaches, and New Hampshire's White Mountains, Lafayette Hotels offers a perfect blend of work and adventure.

www.visitlafayettehotels.com

Job Summary

As a dishwasher you will work under direct supervision of the Executive Chef and Sous Chef. The job includes washing, sanitizing, organizing and replenishment of all dishes, utensils, equipment, food storage areas, floors and food prep areas. If you like working in a fast paced environment and want to begin your adventure in culinary arts, this is the place to start! We'll train the right person.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for keeping all equipment, utensils, and containers clean and ready for use
• Cleans floors, walls, washtubs, counters, and shelves; cleans mop sink area
• Empties boxes and trash
• Properly disposes of grease and garbage left in pots and pans
• Defrost and clean refrigerators and iceboxes
• Dumps and cleans the garbage can
• Stocks serving stations with dishes and utensils
• Keep all work areas free of trash, clean and organized
• Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitized work area all while following all city, state, and federal health/food safety regulations and codes
• Responsible for all equipment, tools, floors, work stations, and food prep areas are kept clean and organized; as well as free from all clutter, trash, and non-approved items

Requirements & Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow through with all assigned tasks
• Ability to clearly communicate with Back of House Supervisors
• Operates within proper safety and sanitation guidelines
• Maintains good communication with co-workers and maintains a positive and professional work environment
• Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required
• Performs other duties as required
• Some experience in the restaurant or kitchen maintenance area is preferred
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand for extended periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Lafayette Hotels is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Experience the best of Portland, Maine. The Holiday Inn By the Bay is set along the picturesque shores of Casco Bay. We effortlessly combine convenience, entertainment, and beauty to create the perfect environment for every traveler. Our spacious rooms can offer ocean or city views. Our downtown waterfront location fully captures the beauty and culture of Portland, Maine.