Dishroom Coordinator

The ideal candidate for this position is a highly motivated individual who is able to maintain cleanliness and orderliness in all hotel kitchens. The selected person will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of sanitation and assisting the kitchen staff in maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and storage areas.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization in all hotel kitchens, back dock, dumpster, and utility work areas.
• Perform heavy-duty cleaning tasks, including ovens, grills, sinks, walls, floors, walk-in refrigerators, and freezers, as well as other heavy kitchen equipment.
• Wash pots, pans, and kitchen utensils according to proper procedures to ensure cleanliness and sanitation, and vacuum carpeted areas through food and beverage outlets.
• Sweep, mop, and wash floors in all food and beverage areas, kitchen, restaurant, and dock area.
• Keep management informed of equipment shortages and report any faulty equipment immediately.
• Operate the dishwashing equipment to ensure that all china, glass, and silver are cleaned thoroughly and sanitized properly.
• Return all clean china, glass, and silver to their designated storage locations with care to minimize breakage.
• Know safe handling techniques for chemicals used in the dishroom.
• Empty garbage from food and beverage areas into the hotel dumpster.
• Understand the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.
• Prioritize safe work habits to avoid possible injury to oneself or other employees.
• Follow established procedures for breaking down, cleaning, and reassembling kitchen equipment as needed.
• Adhere to all sanitation standards.
• Assist in setting up and breaking down restaurant buffets as required.
• Support Banquets by supplying china, glass, and silver according to business demand.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent, or experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Flexible scheduling, including long hours, may be required.
• Heavy work involves exerting 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
• Able to stand throughout entire shifts.
• Ability to withstand temperature variations, both hot and cold.
• Display a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written, with all levels of employees and guests.
• Listens to and clarifies concerns raised by employees and guests effectively.
• Multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach interactions with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings.
• Meet attendance requirements in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards.
• Main tain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, including wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to promote safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Prioritize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas, and assist in implementing solutions.
• Evaluate and resolve problems promptly, anticipating and preventing them when possible.
• Apply complex information and data from various sources to achieve objectives.
• Cross-train in other hotel-related areas.
• Show initiative in anticipating guest or operational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Compensation:

We offer a competitive hourly rate of $15-$18 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.