About This Role
Performing a variety of tasks in a kitchen or dining area, from setting up and cleaning to food preparation and dishwashing, is the core of this role. The position suits a worker who can follow established procedures and maintain high standards of sanitation and safety.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of tasks having several steps or a sequence of tasks that requires attention to work operations in a kitchen or dining area following established procedures
- Set up cafeteria lines, steam-tables and service tables with hot and cold food items including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter and beverages; replenish as necessary
- Break down and clean tables and area when meal is finished and return food to the kitchen area
- Wash tables and counters
- Operate, break down and clean all equipment assigned to the area for food preparation
- Clean kitchen equipment such as worktables, sinks and refrigerators
- Scrape, soak, scour and scrub heavy cooking utensils such as mixing bowls or pots
- Separate food waste and trash from dishes, glasses and silverware
- Sweep and mop kitchen floors
- Clean exhaust vents, hoods, windows, ceilings and walls
- Clean and sanitize trash cans; dispose of trash
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Skill and knowledge to perform tasks involving several procedures and be able to concentrate on work assignments despite interruptions and distractions
- Working knowledge of sanitation standards and procedures to prevent contamination
- Knowledge of basic food handling techniques, personal hygiene standards and safe work procedures
- Ability to read and understand written material
- Knowledge of basic arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and decimals (e.g., counting the number of tables to determine the number of portions or meals required, or how many servings a particular container will yield)
- Ability to understand and follow simple instructions
- Ability to use hand tools for cleaning and operating simple machines
Physical Efforts
- Light to heavy physical effort is required
- Frequently lift and move items weighing up to 40 pounds
- Subject to continuous standing and walking and frequent stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and bending
- May be required to work on ladders and use powered cleaning equipment
Working Conditions
- Work is usually performed indoors in areas that have adequate light and ventilation
- Works outdoors to set up and break down for luaus
