Job Description

Wash and sanitize pots, pans and other Kitchen utensils/equipment according to Hotel specifications and standards. Clean and maintain equipment in Dishwashing/ Pot washing/Kitchen/ Cafeteria/ Compactor/ Storage areas. Set up wares for Banquet functions, retrieve and wash soiled wares, transport supplies and food to Banquet service areas and assist the Kitchen with plating up of Banquet m

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
• Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
• Be familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
• Use correct cleaning chemicals for designated items, according to OSHA regulations and hotel requirements.
• Set up and organize workstation with designated supplies and equipment; report shortages to supervisor. Replenish as needed throughout the shift.
• Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications; rectify any deficiencies.
• Fill the pot washing sinks with specified amounts of designated chemicals. Ensure the temperature level of each cycle is set to standard.
• Organize the breakdown area for drop-off of dirty wares.
• Retrieve soiled pots, pans and utensils from kitchen areas.
• Remove excess food, debris and film from soiled wares before placing them in the washing solution.
• Wash and sanitize soiled wares.
• Allow washed wares to air dry.
• Sort, stack and store cleaned wares in designated areas.
• Change pot wash water/chemicals, as needed, and refill as specified to ensure all wares are properly cleaned.
• Breakdown and clean workstation in accordance with department standards.
• Operate dishwashing machine and wash wares as assigned.
• Fill the dishwashing machine with specified amounts of designated chemicals. Ensure the temperature level of each cycle is set to standard.
• Position wares in designated racks correctly and send through dishwashing machine only when full.
• Clean only designated wares in the dishwashing machine.
• Remove washed wares from dishwashing machine and allow to air dry.
• Change dishwashing machine water/filters and refill as specified to ensure all wares are properly cleaned.
• Stock kitchen lines with designated cleaned wares, utensils and equipment.
• Fill the burnishing machine with specified amounts of water and designated chemicals.
• Follow the schedule to burnish and paste polish specified silver wares.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent vocational training.
• Previous experience as hotel/restaurant dishwasher or in janitorial/cleaning position.
• Familiarity with proper sanitation regulations.
• Certification in sanitation.
• Knowledge of proper chemical handling.
• Fluency in a second language, preferably Spanish.
• Some English, both verbal and non-verbal, preferred.
• Provide legible communication and directions.

Additional Information

What’s in it for you:

• Paid time off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Complimentary Shift Meal
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide.
• Learning programs through our Academy designed to sharpen your skills.
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, such as Planet 21
• Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities