Utility Worker/Dishwasher - Full-time

Kendal System Careers•Ithaca, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Utility Worker/Dishwasher to join our team on a full-time basis. This role is crucial for maintaining the cleanliness and efficiency of our kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will be committed to upholding high standards of food safety and sanitation, contributing to a positive team environment, and ensuring all kitchen equipment and areas are kept in pristine condition. If you are a motivated individual with a strong work ethic and a passion for service, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team that truly cares.

Requirements

Customer Service: Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Motivation: Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Initiative: Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offer help when needed.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize glassware, china, flatware, pots, pans, production equipment, and work surfaces in accordance with established cleaning schedules and food safety standards.
Operate and maintain the dishwashing machine, including changing water every two hours to ensure optimal performance.
Promptly report equipment malfunctions to the Executive Chef or Kitchen Manager.
Properly distribute, store, and organize clean cookware, utensils, glassware, china, and kitchen equipment.
Set up and maintain dishwashing and pot-washing stations to ensure efficiency and cleanliness.
Remove trash, break down boxes, and dispose of soiled linens as needed to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Complete daily temperature and chemical (PPM) logs to verify proper sanitation and compliance with health regulations.