Kitchen Utility / Dishwasher

Crowne Plaza Crystal City - Washington, D.C.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Bonus plans

Job summary

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group seeks a Kitchen Utility/Dishwasher to keep dishware and kitchen areas clean at either Crowne Plaza or Holiday Inn National Airport.

Responsibilities include operating the dishwasher, maintaining sanitation, and assisting with general cleaning tasks to ensure guest satisfaction. Must be reliable, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and endure physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable with attention to detail and customer focus.
• Ability to perform repetitive, fast-paced tasks and stand for long periods.
• Prior dishwashing or food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dish room duties: operate and maintain dishwasher, ensure proper water temps and cleanliness.
• Warehouse/area cleaning: trash removal, break-down of boxes, floor care, periodic deep cleaning.
• Support for banquet events and basic food prep as needed.
• Maintain safe and clean work area and follow health regulations.

Skills

Dependable

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Physical stamina

Education

High school coursework

Job description

Overview

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is a subsidiary of the largest private real estate company in the Washington, D.C. area, and has been in operation for over 130 years. The Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of more than 20 business class hotels with top brands from Intercontinental Hotel Groups, Marriott International, Hilton, and Best Western Hotels: along with The Watermark Hotel, The Hay-Adams Hotel, and Perch Putt. These properties are operated by a team of more than 1,000 enthusiastic hospitality professionals! We are currently hiring for a Kitchen Utility/Dishwasher that has the flexibility to work at either of our properties Crowne Plaza or Holiday Inn National Airport. This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all dishware and equipment and completing general routine cleaning tasks. Adheres to all health regulation and follows high standards of quality to ensure guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Dish Room / Washing Duties: Maintains the dish machine, ensuring minimum temp requirements are maintained. Cleans the dishwasher, changes the water based on amount of use, and cleans curtains and traps. Air dries dishes as needed to ensure no spots and ensures proper storage (not stored wet). Inspects dishes being washed and re-washes as necessary.
• Cleaning: Responsible for removal of trash, breaking down boxes, railroad scheduled cleaning, and maintaining floors. Completes deep cleaning projects, quarterly power sprays the kitchen, and may often be asked to clean other areas such as the associate break room.
• Guest Service: Anticipates and responds to varying levels of business to meet the needs of internal and external customers. Willing assists others on the team within and outside the department to ensure guest needs are met.
• Cost Control: Responsible for proper use of all equipment. Adheres to cost controls to reduce expenses and waste. Monitors use of dishwashing and cleaning chemicals to reduce cost and helps to reduce breakage during washing and storage process.
• Works Safely: Maintains a clean and safe work area in compliance with B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group, brand, local, state and federal regulations. Operates all equipment following safe and proper procedures. Follows all B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group procedures for guest/associate incidents. Knowledgeable of hotel emergency procedures.
• Self-Management: Produces required volume of work by planning, organizing and prioritizing work duties. Adheres to B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group attendance policy, grooming and appearance standards, and general work rules and department procedures. Attends all required department and hotel meetings.
• Other Duties: Often asked to plate for banquet events, food preparation, production assignments such as cutting bulk prep of vegetables or other duties. Assists other areas as needed.

Required Skills and Experience

• Some High school coursework required.
• Must be dependable, pay attention to details, be customer focused and have the ability to perform job duties in a repetitious and fast paced environment. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds on a consistent basis throughout shift.
• Requires ability to complete physically demanding responsibilities such as walking, standing, carrying, and moving about the dish room continuously throughout the shift.
• Prior dishwashing experience preferred. EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disabled

$17.25 - $19 an hour

Minimum and maximum wage or salary for the position

The actual base pay offered is determined by several variables, including, as appropriate, the applicant's qualifications for the position, years of relevant experience, distinctive skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held. Base pay is one component of B. F. Saul Company & Affiliates total compensation package, which also includes access to or eligibility for healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, bonus plans and more.

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring diverse professionals.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Source: Hospitality Online