Dishwasher- TLP

King's Hawaiian; Empangeni; On-site; ZAR 382,000 - 427,000; Full time

Job summary

King's Hawaiian is seeking a Dishwasher to wash and restock dishes, utensils, pots and pans while keeping the dishwashing and adjacent areas clean. You will be flexible and ready to take on additional tasks as assigned.

The role requires English-speaking ability, physical stamina to lift up to 50 pounds, and the capacity to work nights, weekends and holidays in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Must speak and understand English.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Wash and restock dishes, utensils, pots and pans.
• Load and unload the dishwasher following procedures.
• Stock kitchen storage, walk-in, and freezer using FIFO.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of dishwashing area.

Skills

English proficiency

Team player

Physical stamina

Lifting 25–50 lbs

Stamina long hours

Flexibility

Job description

Joining King’s Hawaiian makes you part of our `ohana (family). We are a family-owned business for over seventy years, respecting our roots while thinking about our future as we continue to grow and care for our customers and the communities we serve. Our `ohana members build an environment of inclusivity as they freely collaborate, pursue learning through curiosity, and explore innovation as critical thinkers. Beyond that, we are also passionate about supporting the long-term health and well-being of our employees and their families. If you’re excited to rise with our team, come and join our `ohana!

By living our values of Dignity, Excellence and Telling it like it is in a way that can be heard, the Dishwasher is responsible for washing and restocking all dishes, utensils, pots/pans, as well as keeping the dishwashing and other assigned areas clean. The Dishwasher is expected to be flexible and willing to take on additional tasks as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Washes all dishes, utensils, and pots/pans.
• Restocks clean dishes, utensils and pots/pans in kitchen, prep and service areas.
• Loads and unloads the dishwasher following the correct procedures.
• Stocks newly arrived products into kitchen storage area, walk-in, and freezer using first in first out.
• Knows and understands correct setup, breakdown, cleaning and maintenance of dishwasher.
• Prepares and maintains sanitation bucket for each station.
• Follows GMPs and keeps dishwashing area clean and orderly by mopping, wiping down equipment and other sanitation duties as assigned.
• Maintains storage areas to ensure proper labeling and cleanliness.
• Assists in prep and other areas as needed and assigned.
• Informs management of all needed repairs and/or maintenance needed on equipment, drains, tools, mats, and any necessary improvements needed within the building.
• Follows all sanitation guidelines as prescribed by the health department.
• Cooperates on all matters relating to safety and health in the work area.
• Understands and complies with general and specific safe job procedures including using knives safely.
• Wearing slip resistant shoes and utilizes proper lifting techniques.
• Reports all unsafe conditions or equipment immediately.

Skills/Experience

• Speaks and understands English.
• Common sense reasoning and logic skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time
• Ability to be present at work for assigned schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours when required.

Compensation: $17.25/hour plus tips

King's Hawaiian is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our ohana.