GENERAL SUMMARY

Provides support for the chefs and cooks in maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen. Ensures kitchen equipment and facilities conform to proper sanitation standards.

PAY RATE: $16.50 hr

CORE SCOPE OF POSITION

• Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, silverware, china, glassware, cooking utensils and banquet supplies.

• Cleans, sanitizes and maintains all kitchen equipment including cutting board, steam tables, deep fryers, boiler, ovens, steamers, speed racks, and shelves, walk-in refrigerators and freezers, dishwashing machine, and etc.

• Removes trash/laundry bags and transports to for laundry pick-up or dumpsters.

• Cleans and washes garbage cans.

• Separates trash, recycle, cardboard, etc. in the kitchen areas.

• Cleans walls, light fixtures, ceilings and fans in surrounding areas.

• Removes, transports, and returns mats.

• Sweeps and mops floors.

• Cleans drains and walls.

• Takes apart and cleans stoves and surrounding areas.

• Cleans under and around equipment (pulls out equipment on wheels).

• Cleans hoods/boilers including pulling filters and checking drip pans.

• Cleans ceiling tiles, smokers, stock pot and friar filters.

• Deep cleans the venue floors including carpets.

• Stocks and maintains proper inventory level.

• Assists in the storage and organization of shipment stock as needed.

• Responds to calls regarding trash, laundry, spills, etc. ensuring guest satisfaction.

• Responds to emergency calls quickly or refers to supervisor as needed.

• Performs minor maintenance checks and repairs on dishwashing machines.

• Assists the chefs and/or Utility Supervisor with banquet events set-up, breakdown and restock of equipment and food while ensuring that food is presented in an appealing and appetizing manner.

• Ensures all health regulations are maintained to prevent food borne illnesses.

• Ensures compliance with and enforces HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and hygiene standards, including cleanliness and sanitation of work area; food areas clean and presentable; and temperature tracking.

• Complies with applicable governmental laws and regulations.

• Follows company and departmental policies and standard operating procedures.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

INTERACTION

• Interacts with peer groups.

SUPERVISION

• Does not provide supervision to others.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Good verbal, written and communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast paced, high stress work environment.

• Must be dependable, timely and have high attention to detail.

• Must be flexible to work different shifts, evenings, and holidays.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

EXPERIENCE

• Six months of cleaning experience either in restaurant or housekeeping.