Position: Dishwasher 

Reports to: Sous chef 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

OUR MISSION: To deliver unparalleled hospitality and five-star quality care in an independent living resort setting, ensuring a professional and fulfilling experience for all residents. 

Position Summary: 

Symphony Park, a prestigious Independent Living Resort, is looking for a diligent and dependable Dishwasher to join our kitchen team. The Dishwasher plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and efficiency of our kitchen operations, supporting our commitment to providing high-quality dining experiences in our resort's restaurants. This position is suited for someone who values teamwork, takes pride in their work, and is looking to be part of a dynamic and respectful food and beverage environment. 

Essential Job Functions: 

• Operate dishwashing machines and ensure dishes, glassware, and silverware are cleaned and sanitized properly. 
• Hand-wash items as needed, including pots, pans, and kitchen equipment. 
• Maintain a clean and organized dishwashing area, including sinks and countertops. 
• Assist with kitchen maintenance tasks, such as sweeping and mopping floors, and disposing of trash and recycling. 
• Ensure the kitchen adheres to health and safety standards, including proper storage of cleaning supplies. 
• Support the kitchen with various tasks not specific to dishwashing responsibilities. 
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and notify management when restocking is needed. 
• Work collaboratively with other Food and Beverage employees to ensure smooth operations. 
• Encourages teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments. 
• Attends training courses at community and maintains up to date monthly, quarterly, and annual training. 
• Other duties as assigned, and which relate to the success of the community and the care, comfort, and happiness of our residents.   

Experience Qualifications & Skills: 

• Previous experience in a dishwashing role, preferably in a high-end restaurant or hospitality setting. on-the-job training will be provided. 
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain high standards of cleanliness. 
• Good physical condition and stamina to stand for long periods and handle heavy equipment. 
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays 

Physical Demands: 

• Walk/Stand – must be able to continuously walk and stand 
• Environment Condition – must be able to perform work both inside and outside 
• Sit – sit infrequently 
• Lift - constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds 
• Carry - constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds 
• Push - constantly 0-10 pounds, frequently 11 – 50 pounds 
• Climb – must be able to climb stairs on a frequent basis, with the opportunity to utilize the elevator as an alternate resource if available 
• Bend – must be able to bend at the waist, knees, hips and spine on a frequent basis, may require frequently manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more. 
• Squat – must be able to squat on a frequent basis to reach below the knee, may require lifting of 50 pounds or less. 
• Twist or rotate – must be able to twist or rotate occasionally at the trunk, hips, knees, and neck while, manipulating weights of 25 pounds or more. 
• Reach– must be able to reach on a frequent basis. May occasionally reach overhead, requiring manipulation of weight of 10 pounds or less, and below waist manipulating weight of 25 pounds or more. 
• Sensory Vision – must be able to read clearly with or without corrective lenses 
• Hear - Must be able to hear telephone, audible alarms, bells and signals related to resident safety with or without hearing devices. 
• Speech/Language – must have strong command of English sufficient to read and write and interpret administration information.