SV-Dishwasher

NASHVILLE FOOD HALL, LLC • Nashville, TN

6d

About The Position

Dishwashers / Porters are primarily responsible for providing a smooth flow of clean service ware and pots and pans throughout the kitchen and restaurant while maintaining a clean and efficient work area. The position also assists with preparation duties as needed and follows the Chef de Cuisine's and management team's instructions, restaurant regulations, and sanitation guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to properly use a knife and other equipment required to perform necessary tasks.
• Maintain a current Food Handler's Certification and practice proper sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Interact with guests and coworkers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Set up and break down the dishwashing machine.
• Wash tableware, silverware, pots, and pans in a timely and orderly manner.
• Keep the dishwashing machine landing area and stainless steel clean and dry.
• Monitor the machine for proper water temperatures and chemical levels.
• Check items for cleanliness and rewash them when necessary.
• Properly store clean china, glassware, silverware, and small wares throughout the kitchen and restaurant.
• Monitor soiled linen, trash, and recycling containers and empty them when appropriate to help maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen and work environment, including clean and dry floors.
• Regularly clean and organize walk-in, dry storage, and freezer areas.
• Follow health and safety regulations, including maintaining a current Food Handler's Certification.
• Follow restaurant regulations and instructions from the Chef de Cuisine and management team.
• Safely and efficiently operate kitchen equipment and tools; clean and maintain equipment and utensils needed for the job.
• Report equipment issues immediately to the supervisor.
• Arrive on time for scheduled shifts, ready to work, and wear the proper uniform in work areas.
• Follow proper storage, rotation, and sanitation procedures.
• Communicate and work as a team with coworkers and management in a friendly and enthusiastic manner.
• Respond promptly and professionally to verbal requests from other kitchen staff members and assist with prep duties as needed.
• Assemble and dismantle the workstation promptly, and maintain station cleanliness during the shift.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules.
• Insurance after 60 days, subject to meeting a minimum average-hours requirement.
• Quarterly wine country trips.
• WSET / sommelier certification.

What This Job Offers

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