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Dishwasher

Workstream, Ogunquit, ME, United States


Company Intro
Are you a hospitality professional with a strong work ethic who enjoys working with people? Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at Lafayette Hotels? If you answered yes, we want to hear from you!

Lafayette Hotels, a renowned family‑owned and operated company with over 30 hotels and restaurants throughout Maine and New Hampshire, is seeking friendly guest focused individuals to join our team. With properties in stunning locations such as Maine's Acadia National Park, the Southern Maine Beaches, and New Hampshire's White Mountains, Lafayette Hotels offers a perfect blend of work and adventure.

Job Summary
As a dishwasher you will work under direct supervision of the Executive Chef and Sous Chef. The job includes washing, sanitizing, organizing and replenishment of all dishes, utensils, equipment, food storage areas, floors and food prep areas. If you like working in a fast paced environment and want to begin your adventure in culinary arts, this is the place to start! We'll train the right person.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for keeping all equipment, utensils, and containers clean and ready for use

Cleans floors, walls, washtubs, counters, and shelves; cleans mop sink area

Empties boxes and trash

Properly disposes of grease and garbage left in pots and pans

Defrost and clean refrigerators and iceboxes

Dumps and cleans the garbage can

Stocks serving stations with dishes and utensils

Keep all work areas free of trash, clean and organized

Responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitized work area all while following all city, state, and federal health/food safety regulations and codes

Responsible for all equipment, tools, floors, work stations, and food prep areas are kept clean and organized; as well as free from all clutter, trash, and non-approved items

Requirements & Qualifications

Ability to understand and follow through with all assigned tasks

Ability to clearly communicate with Back of House Supervisors

Operates within proper safety and sanitation guidelines

Maintains good communication with co-workers and maintains a positive and professional work environment

Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required

Performs other duties as required

Some experience in the restaurant or kitchen maintenance area is preferred

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to stand for extended periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Lafayette Hotels is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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