Dish Room Attendant, PT
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Job Location:
Chestertown, MD - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 15 - 15
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Details
Description
ADishwasher or Kitchen Helper is responsible for cleaning dishes in a food service environment to ensure that the kitchen has a steady supply of clean plates bowls silverware pots pans and glasses. Their duties include prioritizing loads of different types of crockery and kitchenware hand-washing dishes loading the dishwasher and placing dishes to dry.
Qualifications
Age Requirement
Most establishments require dishwashers to be at least18 years of age. This age requirement is primarily due to regulations surrounding labor laws and safety standards particularly involving heavy machinery and cleaning chemicals.
2. Physical Stamina and Strength
physical stamina and strength. Dishwashers are often on their feet for long hours and are required to lift heavy pots pans and stacks of dishes which can be taxing on the body.
3. High School Diploma or G.E.D.
While many establishments do not mandate a high school diploma or G.E.D. for dishwasher positions having one can enhance a candidates employability. Furthermore obtaining a diploma may open doors to future career advancement opportunities within the culinary field.
4. Experience (Optional)
Though many restaurants colleges or schools offer entry-level positions that require no prior experience any previous work in kitchens even in roles such as busser or prep cook is advantageous. Such experience can provide insight into kitchen operations and cleanliness standards.
Essential Skills for an Effective Dishwasher
Alongside formal qualifications specific skills are vital for success as a dishwasher. These skills enhance a dishwashers ability to perform their tasks efficiently and contribute to a positive work environment. Must work well with other and able to follow basic instructions.
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Hotel Experience
- Taleo
- Hospitality Experience
- Industrial Cleaning
- Laundry
- Guest Relations Experience
- Host/Hostess Experience
- Cleaning Experience
- Custodial Experience
- Commercial Cleaning
