Dish Washer/Porter
QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC•St. Louis, MO
•$0 - $17
About The Position
Performs kitchen activities including pot washing, dishwashing, general cleaning, and storing food and non-food supplies. Maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of the dish area, kitchen, cafeteria, and loading dock. The role supports Quest Food Management Services’ vision, values, and founding principles through daily actions and communication.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.
- Ability to perform simple arithmetic and understand measurements and conversions.
- Meet and maintain state and local certification requirements, including Food Handler certification.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- Previous food service industry experience working in schools or higher education.
Responsibilities
- Communicate and practice Quest Food Management Services’ vision, values, and founding principles.
- Set up cutting boards, trash cans, mats, dish machines, and pot sinks.
- Organize pot shelves for consistent storage and easy access by kitchen staff.
- Wash kitchen equipment, pots, pans, and small wares from daily production according to sanitation standards.
- Empty trash as needed and break down cardboard boxes for recycling.
- Sweep and mop kitchen and pot room floors to prevent slipping accidents.
- Empty and refill the dish machine and pot sink every two hours or as needed, using clean water and proper chemicals.
- Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, pot room, dish machine, mop room, and storage areas; sweep and mop all areas at the end of each day and leave no dirty equipment for the next day.
- Perform daily and weekly cleaning schedules.
- Distribute and store clean pots, dishes, and utensils.
- Record sanitizing-solution concentrations in the dish machine and three-compartment sink.
- Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces, and the kitchen according to schedules and procedures.
- Keep floor drains clean and free of dirt, grease, and trash.
- Follow Quest policies and food safety guidelines.
- Report to scheduled shifts on time and in complete uniform.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Flexible work opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Access to highly visible leadership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
