Dishwasher

Job Description

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Samaritan’s Purse is seeking to hire a full time dishwasher to work with our Food Services Team at International Headquarters of Samaritan’s Purse located in Boone, NC. This person hired in this role will be primarily responsible for all dishwashing duties. The goal of each team member is to serve in excellence to help the department run more efficiently by maintaining cleanliness of the dining room and kitchen. Flexibility is key in this role as the person hired will have the opportunity to fill in as necessary with other Food Service functions.

Job Duties!

1. Responsible for all dishwashing duties, including pots and pans.

2. Ensures the cleanliness of the dishwasher; de-limes once a week.

3. Responsible for setting up prior to and cleaning up after daily lunch period and special events.

4. Responsible for serving food to SP employees and guests when asked.

5. Follows all dish-related policies in the NC Food code including drying of dishes, removing sticker residue, maintaining dish machine temperatures, correct storing and complete cleaning of all dishes.

6. Puts away dry storage stock during truck deliveries. Notifies manager of any problems.

7. Maintains par of dish chemicals including machine wash, rinse, pads/scrubbers, sanitizers, etc.

8. Keeps plates, glasses, silverware and small wares free of residue and buildup. Deep-cleans as necessary.

9. Replenishes silverware, glassware and dishes to service area and kitchenware to prep area and line.

10. Cleans dish room, prep area, and service line floors at close of work day; sweeps and mops during shift as necessary.

11. Takes out trash and cardboard as necessary and at end of work day.

12. Follows policies and procedures of Samaritan’s Purse as set forth in the Policy Manual.

13. Attends daily morning devotions and participates in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers when scheduled.

14. Maintains a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public.

Additional Expectations!

• Maintains clean, neat appearance and proper uniform specifications
• Operates other kitchen equipment as assigned
• Runs errands and delivers food as necessary
• Previous kitchen and dining room experience helpful
• Previous food preparation experience helpful
• Understands the vital importance of this essential position
• Able to set an example of a positive work ethic and attitude
• Able to maintain a high level of Christian integrity and professionalism
• Able to communicate effectively (oral and written)
• Able to function effectively as a team member
• Able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends if needed
• Able to work productively under pressure to meet deadlines

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent. Previous kitchen experience desired.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Good mobility; able to be on feet most of the day and at a swift pace
• Bend, stretch, and lift
• Perform repetitive hand and arm motions

Employees who work in the U.S. get to take advantage of the following benefits:

• Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long term and short term disability insurance
• Term Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Ten paid holidays
• Twelve or more days of vacation depending on years of service
• Ten sick days
• Staff discounts at retail stores and service providers in the Boone area and nationwide