Utility / Dishwasher (School)

About St. Christopher's School:

• St. Christopher's School in Richmond, VA, is a prestigious independent school committed to providing an exceptional education to its students. As part of our dedication to excellence, we are looking for a dependable and hardworking Dishwasher to join our kitchen team. The dishwasher plays an essential role in maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment, helping ensure the smooth operation of our food service for students, faculty, and staff.

Benefits - Friendly Team Atmosphere, Lunch Provided - ability to work closely with the Team

Position Overview:

• The Dishwasher will be responsible for washing and sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment. In addition, the role includes maintaining cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area and assisting with basic kitchen tasks as needed. This is an important role to ensure that the kitchen runs efficiently and that all items are ready for use during meal services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Wash and sanitize dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen items using industrial dishwashing equipment.

Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the dishwashing area and kitchen, ensuring that all areas are free of debris and standing water.

Ensure proper storage of clean dishes and utensils to maintain a safe and organized kitchen environment.

Assist kitchen staff with food preparation and basic tasks when needed, such as prepping vegetables or organizing kitchen tools.

Maintain clean floors, counters, and surfaces in the dishwashing and kitchen areas.

Ensure that all cleaning supplies are properly stocked and request additional supplies when needed.

Follow safety and sanitation standards, including the proper handling of cleaning agents and the safe use of dishwashing equipment.

Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to ensure timely and smooth service.

Adhere to all food safety protocols, ensuring that all dishwashing tasks are done according to established health guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food service environment is preferred but not required.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Strong attention to detail, especially regarding cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from kitchen supervisors.

Ability to stand for long periods and work in a physically demanding environment.

A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

***General Requirements***

General responsibilities when working a Dishwasher job assignment can include:

• Collect used kitchenware from dining and or kitchen areas
• Load and unload dishwashing machine, ensure complete cleanliness and sanitation of dishes
• Hand wash specific items according to assigned procedures
• Store and restock clean kitchenware
• Maintain cleaning supplies stock, transfer cleaning supplies between storage and work area
• Keep a clean and orderly workstation
• Comply with all sanitation and safety policies and procedures
• Wash work tables and other food prep areas to cleanliness standards