Potwasher

Dnata; Everett (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

dnata Catering in Everett, MA is seeking a Pot Washer to support a clean, safe kitchen environment. You will wash and sanitize pots, pans, and utensils by hand, following HACCP guidelines and established procedures to ensure hygienic operations.

Daily tasks include sweeping, mopping, trash removal, and helping with general cleaning. The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and flexibility for various shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred with 1 year pot washing and cleaning experience.
• Must meet all applicable state and local food handler certification requirements for the work location (Texas requires a Food Handler Certificate within 60 days of hire).
• Excellent attention to detail and self-organized

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans by hand.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in approved, proper storage areas.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly conditions.
• Sweep, mop, and deck brush floors.
• Clean garbage cans weekly with soap and water.
• Sort and remove trash and place it in the dumpster at the end of every shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned by unit Supervisors.
• Follow established rules of entry to building and work areas, properly attired and in compliance with HACCP guidelines for personal hygiene and observe security precautions as mandated by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-organization

Multitasking

Prioritization

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or GED

1 year pot washing experience

Job description

As a Pot Washer at dnata Catering, you will play a critical role in maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. Your primary responsibility will be to efficiently clean and sanitize pots, pans, and other kitchen utensils used in meal preparation. You will follow established cleaning procedures and guidelines to ensure that all equipment is washed, rinsed, and sanitized properly. Additionally, you may be responsible for assisting with general kitchen cleaning tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash and cleaning trash cans. This role is essential to maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety in our kitchen operations. Join our team and contribute to the smooth functioning of dnata Catering!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow established rules of entry to building and work areas, properly attired and in compliance with HACCP guidelines for personal hygiene and observe security precautions as mandated by management.
• Must meet all applicable state and local food handler certification requirements for the work location (Texas requires a Food Handler Certificate within 60 days of hire).
• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans by hand.
• Place clean dishes, utensils, or cooking equipment in approved, proper storage areas.
• Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment, or utensils in clean and orderly conditions.
• Sweep, mop, and deck brush floors.
• Clean garbage cans weekly with soap and water.
• Sort and remove trash and place it in the dumpster at the end of every shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned by unit Supervisors.

EDUCATION:

High School diploma or GED preferred with 1 year pot washing and cleaning experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous Pot washing experience.
• Must meet all applicable state and local food handler certification requirements for the work location (Texas requires a Food Handler Certificate within 60 days of hire).
• Excellent attention to detail and self-organized
• Ability to deal with heavy workload.
• Strong prioritization skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks.
• Flexibility (different shifts - night, weekends, holidays).

Intellectual/Social demands:

While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is continuously asked to multi-task under time limits. Position requires constant attention to precise details and accuracy of specified standards, including following simple to complex (more than 3 steps) instructions, and concentration which frequently extends beyond 30 minutes at a time. This position also requires constant attendance and punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

Physical demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 30 pounds. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Use equipment and materials properly.

Work environment:

The essential functions of this position are performed indoors. The noise level in the work environment can range from minimal to loud.