Dishwasher

Union Rescue Mission • Los Angeles, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The A.M./P.M. Dishwasher is responsible for cleaning dishes in a food service environment so that the kitchen has a steady supply of clean utensils, pots, pans, and sheet trays. Duties include prioritizing loads of several types of kitchenware, hand-washing dishes, loading the dishwasher, placing dishes to dry, taking the garbage and trash to the dumpster area, washing work areas, walls, and floor; ensures the proper storing of pots, pans, and utensils as well as assisting in other areas in the kitchen, as needed. The core work principle is Colossians 3:23, "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord and not for people." The goal for each employee is to enrich and sustain a humble heart attitude; to enrich and sustain a mindset of serving others, treating them with kindness and truth; and to enrich and sustain a zealous desire for achieving work objectives without any ulterior motives or agendas.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or 3 years of equivalent work experience.
• Ability to solve practical problems and conduct responsibilities under general supervision.
• Ability to organize workload for effective implementation.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information on a one-on-one basis or in a small group setting.
• Strong customer service including quality and results oriented.
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Ability to be an effective team member.
• Ability to adapt as the external environment and organization evolves.

Responsibilities

• Wash pots, pans, and utensils.
• Safely store all kitchen equipment in its designated place and keep the dish area clean.
• Assist in line serving.
• Assist the cooks with storing all leftovers properly while using the day dot system.
• Oversee the preparation of 100 sack lunches, daily.
• Assure the proper closing of the dish machine and area.
• Keep the area free of any trash built up by emptying the trash, as needed.
• Assist or direct volunteers in washing dishes.
• Place cases, pans & utensil on both low and high shelves.
• Work in hot & damp environments.
• Ensure there are always two emergency food boxes.
• Commitment to URM mission, vision, and core values.
• Encourage guests in their faith and growth in Jesus Christ.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED