On-Call Dishwasher

Dishwasher PositionThe Hospitality and Private Events department of the Skirball Cultural Center seeks a capable Dishwasher. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Dishwasher is responsible for cleaning a wide variety of food preparation and service items in accordance with Health Department sanitation and safety standards. The Dishwasher will also help with routine food preparation.Starting salary: $19 per hourResponsibilitiesWashes and dries dishes, glasses, utensils, pots and pans, and related food preparation/serving items and equipmentLoads and operates the dishwasher per approved guidelinesMaintains all cleaning/washing equipment at proper temperature and in proper operating order; loads equipment correctly; checks temperature per approved schedule and adjusts as needed; disassembles, inspects, cleans, performs maintenance on, and reassembles equipment properlyChecks all items for cleanliness and stores clean, dry items and equipment in proper placesCleans floor area of any water spillage, detergent, and/or foodstuffs per safety and sanitation guidelinesDisposes of garbage in proper waste/refuse containersAssists with some food preparation, as neededSweeps/mops the kitchen floor; wipes down surfaces to ensure high standards of cleanlinessResponds to requests for service from other team members in a friendly, responsive mannerQualificationsPhysical ability to stand/walk most of the working day, perform physical labor, and lift and carry heavy pots, trays, and other itemsAbility to read, comprehend, and accurately follow usage instructions for cleaning products and equipmentExcellent hand-eye coordination to operate equipmentRoutine housekeeping/cleaning skillsAbility to interact in a friendly, professional manner with other team members