Job Title: Kitchen Assistant / Prep Cook Dishwasher | Kitchen Assistant Job Description Purpose: To ensure the efficient operation of the commercial dishwasher and the cleanliness of all pots, pans, utensils and to assist with other kitchen cleaning duties as directed. Minimum Eligibility Requirements: • Previous dishwashing experience in a restaurant or senior living setting preferred. • Must have good interpersonal skills. • Must have a strong commitment to customer service and desire to exceed customer expectations. • Must be able to read, comprehend, write, and speak English to communicate effectively with residents, guests, and other team members. • Must meet all health-related and/or food handling requirements pertaining to local or state regulatory agencies. • Must maintain current CPR/First Aid credentials • Must maintain current Food Handlers credentials • Must maintain annual Continuing Education Credits • Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities (Essential Job Functions) with or without reasonable accommodation. • Subject to pre-employment screening including physical, drug and TB testing and criminal background check. Essential Functions: Dishwashing • Prepares dishwashing machine for operation on assigned shift. • At beginning of shift, washes all pots, pans and utensils that have accumulated since end of previous dishwashing period. • Washed all pots, pans, utensils, and dishes that are utilized during assigned shift. • Ensures that all china, glassware, silverware, and equipment are returned to designated areas after cleaning. • Records all wash and rinse water temperatures on the Dishwashing Temperature Log sheet at specified times. • Records notable food waste that occurs on assigned shift, utilizing designated form. • Completes report of broken china, glassware and equipment occurring on assigned shift that is to be discarded. • At end of shift, cleans the dishwashing machine according to specified procedure. Kitchen Cleaning • Responsible for disposing of all garbage from kitchen and dish room into proper containers outside, throughout shift as needed. • Responsible for breaking down and removing all cardboard from kitchen and placing into designated recycle bins. • Mops dish room and kitchen floors throughout shift as needed. • Ensures that team member break room remains clean; removing used dishes, cleaning the cart, and disposing of garbage as needed throughout shift. • Assists with other duties on Daily, Weekly, or Monthly kitchen cleaning schedules as assigned. Food Service • Assists the cooks and dining room personnel in preparation and delivery of room service trays. • Assists Director of Signature Dining, Lead Cook and Cook with food preparations as directed. • May assist in preparing carts for delivery. Kitchen Assistant / Prep Cook 2021-03 Other • Attends all required team member meetings and in-service training sessions. • Upholds Residents’ Rights as defined by state regulations and by Company policy, at all times. • Supports and upholds all other Company policies, and the service philosophy. • Reliable and Predictable Attendance • Other duties as assigned.