Dishwasher

Phillips Exeter Academy • Brentwood, NH

406d • $42,640 - $42,640 • Onsite

About The Position

The Dishwasher position at Phillips Exeter Academy is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of all dining ware and kitchen equipment, supporting meal services, and maintaining a positive atmosphere in the dining area. This part-time role requires flexibility in scheduling, particularly for weekend and night shifts, and embodies the mission of providing quality food service with a personal touch.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent preferred.
• Familiar with equipment, materials, and methods used in sanitation and knowledge in the care of utensils and equipment preferred.
• One year of experience in duties as described or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in institutional food service or housekeeping is helpful.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to take direction and work with others.
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions, maintain a professional demeanor and restraint at all times, including stressful situations.
• Knowledge of proper safety and sanitation principles when operating equipment and using cleaning supplies.
• Committed to teamwork.
• Practices excellent personal hygiene habits; follows and adheres to uniform standards daily.
• Regular and consistent attendance with the ability to work a flexible schedule including extended hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment, under short time constraints, and within established deadlines.
• Must possess excellent guest service and hospitality skills and project a positive image while interacting with students, faculty, staff, and guests.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and thorough cleaning and sanitizing of all flatware, trays, dishware, service ware, glassware, catering ware, and other similar items in the kitchen.
• Provide an adequate supply of all dishes, utensils, silverware, and other supplies before, during, and after meal services.
• Practice proper cleaning procedures for all kitchen equipment and observe all MSDS policies/procedures for safety and sanitation.
• Assist with housekeeping of the kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist in the front of the house, when necessary, as time allows.
• Assist with deliveries and storage of incoming food and cleaning supplies.
• Record temperatures of dish machine during meal periods.
• Ensure all waste materials are properly separated for trash, compost, and pig farmer, adhering to weight restrictions per barrel for pick-ups.
• Inform unit manager of all broken equipment, safety hazards, and chemical needs.
• Ensure that all work areas are maintained in a neat, clean, and sanitary fashion by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, washing, or other appropriate cleaning methods.
• Assist with the proper sanitation of work areas, kitchen equipment, and all kitchen surfaces including walk-in and reach-in refrigerators, floors, walls, shelving, drawers, exhaust hoods, etc.
• Promote a positive and congenial atmosphere for students, employees, and other customers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $20.50/hr plus shift differential for weekends and nights.
• Part-time schedule with flexibility required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED