Dishwasher

Location

Jackson, NJ | United States

Job description

Purpose of Your Job Position

The primary purpose of your job position is to load, operate and clean the dishwasher and maintain sanitary conditions in the work area in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Assistant Food Services Director and/or Food Services Director, to assure that quality service is provided at all times.

Delegation of Authority

As the Dishwasher, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.

Job Functions

Every effort has been made to make your job descriptions as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is a logical assignment to the position.

Working Conditions

• Works in well-lighted/ventilated areas. Atmosphere is warm for cooking.
• Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions.
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies, personnel, etc. under all conditions and circumstances.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, visitors, etc.
• Attend and participate in continuing educational programs.
• Is subject to falls, infectious diseases, odors, etc., throughout the day.
• May be exposed to harsh chemicals.
• Must work with hands in hot water.
• Is subject to sudden temperature changes when entering refrigerator.
• May be exposed to heat/cold temperatures in kitchen/storage area.
• May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.

Educational Requirements

Must possess, as a minimum, a 10th grade education.

Experience

No experience necessary, will train.

Specific Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of dietary practices and procedures.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

(With or Without the Aid of Mechanical Devices)

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met.
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies, etc. in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
• Must be able to lift stock to heights of over five feet.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.

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