On-Call Dishwasher

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Brentwood (NH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an on-call dining aide to support meal service and maintain a clean, safe kitchen and dining area on campus.

Responsibilities include dishware sanitation, restocking, and assisting with front-of-house duties. Must be flexible for weekend and night shifts and able to work in a fast-paced environment with high guest interaction.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED preferred.
• Experience with kitchen sanitation and equipment is a plus.
• Ability to work with diverse groups in a dining setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure thorough cleaning and sanitizing of all flatware, trays, dishware, service ware, glassware, and catering ware.
• Provide adequate supply of dishes, utensils, silverware, and other supplies before, during, and after meals.
• Follow proper cleaning procedures for kitchen equipment and observe MSDS safety procedures.
• Assist with housekeeping of kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist in front-of-house as time allows.
• Assist with deliveries and storage of incoming food and cleaning supplies.
• Record temperatures of dish machine during meal periods.
• Ensure waste is sorted for trash, compost, and other disposal streams.
• Inform unit manager of broken equipment or safety hazards.
• Maintain neat, clean, and sanitary work areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Guest service

Hospitality

Attention to detail

Safety & sanitation

Follow directions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pay rate: $20.50/hr plus shift differential for weekends andnights

REPORTS TO: Dining Unit Manager

SCHEDULE: On Call Schedule may vary according todepartmental and Academy needs. Weekend and night shifts areintegral to this position; flexibility is required.

*Essential Personnel

Pay Group

Type

Status

Fiscal Year Weeks

Class

Department

Location

BiWkly (Hourly)

On-Call

On-Call

Full year (52 weeks)

Staff

Dining

On-Campus

Position Purpose

Responsible for the coordination of food and supplies necessary formeal services, and for the operation of the dining area assigned,including the arrangement, cleaning and condition of furnishingsand equipment.

Must embody the mission of the Dining Services Department: “A Teamof Professionals dedicated to providing quality food service with apersonal touch.”

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and thorough cleaning and sanitizing of allflat ware, trays, dishware, service ware, glassware, catering wareand other similar items in the kitchen.
• Provide an adequate supply of all dishes, utensils, silverwareand other supplies before, during and after meal services.
• Practice proper cleaning procedures for all kitchen equipmentand observe all MSDS policies/procedures for safety andsanitation.
• Assist with housekeeping of the kitchen and dining areas.
• Assists in the front of the house, when necessary, as timeallows.
• Assist with deliveries and storage of incoming food andcleaning supplies.
• Record temperatures of dish machine during meal periods.
• Ensure all waste materials are properly separated for trash,compost and pig farmer. Weight restrictions per barrel are adheredto for pick-ups.
• Inform unit manager of all broken equipment, safety hazards andchemical needs.
• Ensure that all work areas are maintained in a neat, clean andsanitary fashion by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, washingor other appropriate cleaning methods.
• Assist with the proper sanitation of work areas, kitchenequipment and all kitchen surfaces including (but not limited to)walk-in and reach-in refrigerators, floors, walls, shelving,drawers, exhaust hoods, etc.
• Promote a positive and congenial atmosphere for students,employees and other customers.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, anorientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency inall aspects of Academy life.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to take directionand work with others.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of identities andexperiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, andcultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain aprofessional demeanor and restraint at all times, includingstressful situations.
• Knowledge of proper safety and sanitation principles whenoperating equipment and using cleaning supplies.
• Committed to teamwork.
• Practices excellent personal hygiene habits; follows andadheres to uniform standards daily.
• Regular and consistent attendance with the ability to work aflexible schedule including extended hours, weekends, andholidays.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment, under shorttime constraints, and within established deadlines.
• Must possess excellent guest service and hospitality skills andprojects a positive image while interacting with students, faculty,staff and guests.

Direct/Indirect Reports

None.

Position Requirements

Education

• High school graduate or GED equivalent preferred.

Experience

• Familiar with equipment, materials and methods used insanitation and knowledge in the care of utensils and equipmentpreferred.
• One year of experience in duties as described or equivalentpreferred.
• Previous experience in institutional food service orhousekeeping is helpful.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of thosethat must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job.

1. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work andwill require the ability to remain standing for extended periods oftime, go up and down flights of steps, lift and push heavy carts aswell as stoop, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, and lift.
2. Ability and dexterity to grasp and grip and safely operatecommercial kitchen equipment.
3. Ability to lift and transport up to 50lbs withoutassistance.
4. Ability to work in hot temperatures with daily exposure to hotwater.

Additional Requirements

1. Successfully complete a criminal background check (reviewedevery 5 years).

* This position is considered “Essential Personnel” in the event that:

• an emergency occurs on the PEA Campus or in the vicinity thatwould impact PEA;
• inclement weather forces the closing of campus or;
• other emergency events deemed appropriate.

Essential Personnel are required to report to or remain at work ifinstructed to do so if contacted directly by the supervisor (orhis/her designee), the Principal or a member of the Principal’sStaff (Leadership Team.)