Pot Washer Position Description
Position Title:
Pot Washer (Utility Worker)
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.
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.
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
Crouching/Bending/Stooping
Frequent
Lifting/Carrying(# lbs) up to 50 lbs
Frequent
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.
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.
Positions directly reporting to this position (titles):
None
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.
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.