Pot Washer

Job Description

Job Description

Pot Washer Position Description

Position Title:

Pot Washer (Utility Worker)

Department:

Stewards

Reports to:

Steward Supervisor / Sous Chef / Executive Chef

Date Written/Revised:

7/28/2020

FLSA Designation:

Non-exempt

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ POSISTION PURPOSE: Scrubs pots. Re-stocks all supplies in the assigned areas. Replenishes equipment. General kitchen cleaning duties including the cleaning and mopping of kitchen floors and trash removal.

Average Percentage of Time

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

50%

Scrubs pots. Re-stocks all supplies and equipment in the assigned areas.

30%

Performs general cleaning to stay in compliance with the Health department

10%

Puts away food stock, and dry goods in their proper location, rotating “first in,” “first out.”

10%

Removes all waste products, compost, and recycling from all containers, taking it to the dumpster located on the loading dock.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

• Perform general/routine cleaning tasks using standard HPH cleaning products as assigned to adhere to health standards.
• Perform other duties as requested, such as cleaning up unexpected spills or executing special guest requests.
• Operates dishwasher to properly clean all dishes and cooking utensils used in the kitchens, restaurants and

banquets.

• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequency Key:

Never - O hours; Rare - up to 1 hour; Occasional - 1-3 hours; Frequent - 3-6 hours; Constant - 6-8 hours.

Physical Activity

Frequency

Sitting

Rare

Walking

Constant

Standing

Frequent

Climbing Stairs

Frequent

Crouching/Bending/Stooping

Frequent

Reaching

Frequent

Grasping

Frequent

Pushing/Pulling

Frequent

Near Vision

Constant

Far Vision

Constant

Talking

Constant

Smell

Occasional

Taste

Occasional

Lifting/Carrying(# lbs) up to 50 lbs

Frequent

Travel

Never

OTHER DUTIES

Demonstrate working knowledge of the service standards.

Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by HPH from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required when performing work duties that may have the potential of risk to your health or safety. HPH will provide the required PPE. Team members will be trained in the proper use and care of any assigned PPE. It is your responsibility to report defective, damaged or lost PPE, or equipment that does not fit properly, to your Manager.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Positions directly reporting to this position (titles):

None

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the company.

• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating a dishwasher, floor stripper, buffer.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language in order to read labels to put food and dry goods in the proper place, and communicate with other team members.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hand in order to load and unload the dishwasher, handle all sorts of kitchen equipment, knives, slicing blades, etc.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS EDUCATION

High School graduate or equivalent preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Some work experience in related field preferred. Some hospitality experience preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

Ability to obtain any government required license or certificate.

GROOMING/UNIFORMS

All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance. Specific uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you as a part of the orientation process.

NOTICE:

The hospitality business functions seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day. In addition, this is a hospitality business and a hospitable service atmosphere must be projected at all times.

Upon employment, all employees are required to fully comply with HPH rules and regulations for the safe and efficient operation of HPH facilities. Employees who violate HPH rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.