Kitchen Dishwasher (Full-Time)

Paycom - ATS; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Bel‑Air Country Club in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a dishwashing/kitchen steward to maintain cleanliness of the main kitchen dish area and prep spaces, wash and store utensils, china, flatware and glassware.

You will follow sanitation practices, operate dishwashing equipment, assist with food preparation and deliver clean wares for banquets, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Requires a High School diploma or GED and a food safety certification; 40-hour work week in a hot, humid, busy kitchen.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices is expected.

Responsibilities

• Wash and polish wares and utensils.
• Clean and sanitize all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Assist in food preparation and inventory handling.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of dishes, glassware and cookware.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment at all times.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: LOS ANGELES, CA 90077, Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.00 Hourly

Job Summary (Essential Functions)

Responsible for general cleanliness of the main kitchen dish area and other Food and Beverage kitchen prep areas. Wash and properly store all cooking utensils, china equipment, flatware and glassware.

Job Tasks/Duties

• Washes all wares in dishwashing machine or by hand according to applicable food safety and other codes and regulations.
• Polishes all silverware, platters and chafing dishes.
• Collects trash from kitchen areas; empties garbage cans and washes and re‑lines with new bags; breaks down boxes, crates and removes debris.
• Examines garbage for misplaced silverware, dishes, glassware and other reusable items.
• Washes and polishes all stainless steel in the kitchen including shelves, dish cabinets, ice machines, coffee area, refrigerators and walk‑ins.
• Washes and cleans receiving, trash and other kitchen‑related areas.
• Sweeps and mops kitchen floors.
• Stores all dishes and other wares in proper areas.
• Cleans dish machine and dish area after each meal period.
• Assist with storing food deliveries.
• Cleans loading dock.
• Performs other tasks such as assisting in food preparation, storing foods after delivery and cleaning coolers, freezers and storerooms.
• Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
• Handles all china and glassware carefully to minimize breakage.
• Continuously inspects floors in kitchen areas to assure they remain clean, dry and clear of debris.
• Assists with cleaning of plates for banquets.
• Cleans and safely stores all brooms, mops and other cleaning equipment in proper places.
• Uses all chemical cleaning supplies in a safe and careful manner.
• Helps food servers by prioritizing the washing of specified service items.
• Understands and consistently follows proper sanitation practices including those for personal hygiene.
• Performs other appropriate tasks as assigned by the Executive Chef, Sous Chefs, and Managers

Qualifications: Education, Certification and Experience

• High School diploma or GED.

Job Knowledge, Core Competencies and Expectations

• Ensure that kitchen area is kept clean and tidy at all times to prevent any health or safety hazards.
• Wash dishes, glassware, utensils, pots and pans and other small wares according to equipment operating requirements and the club’s standard operating procedures.
• Report all accidents, illnesses or "near‑miss" incidents immediately to manager on duty or supervisor.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role during emergency situations.

Licenses and Special Requirements

• Food safety certification

Physical Requirements

• For a minimum 40 hour work week:
• 12 hours of standing
• 12 hours of walking
• 12 hours of repetitive movement – bending, squatting, stooping, scrubbing, pushing, pulling, reaching, lifting and twisting
• Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Works in a hot, humid and noisy environment

Bel‑Air Country Club is an Equal Opportunity and E‑Verify employer.