Dishwasher/Custodian

Alaska Christian College

Soldotna, AK

JOB TITLE:         Dishwasher / Custodian

DEPARTMENT:  Operations

REPORTS TO:   Food Service Manager

STATUS:             Part-time, Non-exempt, Non-benefited (hours 25 hrs, or more if needed), 48 wks/yr, rotating weekends required.

Start Date: Immediately

PURPOSE:         Involved in the daily operations of the kitchen, dining rooms, and conference facility throughout the academic year and is responsible for maintaining the health and safety standards of the commercial kitchen and conference facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Operates dish machine to company and manufacturer specifications.


2. Uses proper measurement of detergent and sanitizer in the dish machine according to manufacturer’s specifications.


3. Wash and restock all dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and other cooking equipment.


4. Gather, empty and remove all garbage.


5. Keep dish and storage areas clean and organized.


6. Clean kitchen and dining room floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, steam cleaning, or shampooing.


7. Perform any combination of light housekeeping duties to maintain commercial establishments clean and orderly. Duties may include making beds, replenishing linens, doing laundry, and cleaning rooms and halls.


8. Clean, polish, and dust furniture, fixtures, windows, and mirrors; clean and maintain cooking, serving, and catering equipment according to company and manufacturer specifications.


9. Set up, arrange, and remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings.


10. Monitor compliance with health, safety, and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving.


11. Maintains a clean, safe, and unobstructed workspace through general cleaning of the kitchen and dining areas.


12. Assists the facility in maintaining compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.


13. Responsible for locking and securing rooms and buildings from entry.


14. Carries out other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  None

MINISTRY EXPECTATIONS:

Alaska Christian College esteems our students and co-workers and values each member of our community of faith.  Students, faculty, staff, visitors, and vendors are all considered to be customers and it is the duty of each employee, regardless of their position, to perform to a high

level of customer service.  All employees are encouraged to develop meaningful relationships with students and other staff to promote the mutual growth of deeper whole-life discipleship.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must have or acquire ServSafe certification and /or Alaska Food Handlers Card within 30 days of hire.


2. Must have good communication skills, both verbally and written, with a comprehensive understanding of the English language.


3. Must have the ability to understand the information being presented and be able to follow verbal and written instructions.


4. Detailed-oriented, with a high degree of accuracy and skill in all work, performed.


5. Functions well in a cross-cultural environment and is willing to be a team player.


6. Must be able to use relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.


7. Must be able to work independently and show good judgment, be comfortable working alone, self-motivated and able to complete a task with little or no supervision.


8. Must be organized, efficient, and show good time management skills.


9. Must be reliable and dependable with regular, timely attendance.


10. Must be willing to agree to and sign a statement of Evangelical Covenant Affirmations.


11. Must be able to pass a background check.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

This position will spend 100% of the time standing. It requires considerable use of arms and legs and moving the body in lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. This position must be able to transport 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds on a regular basis. There is occasional environmental exposure to cold, heat, water and hazardous materials. Must be able to see 20/20 vision with correction. Must be able to hear with 100% accuracy with correction.

DRESS CODE:

If any questions arise regarding what is appropriate, speak with the Food Service Manager.

Professional chef attire is required.  Jeans are acceptable as long as they are clean and well-kept.  Black pants are required during catering events.  Supportive, closed-toe shoes are required.  Black shoes are required during catering events.  Socks/stockings/nylons required; no bare legs or feet allowed.  Hair must be neat, pulled back and secured away from the face in order that it does not fall forward at any time.  A hairnet or hat is required during food preparation and serving.  Facial hair must be trimmed and well groomed.  Fingernails must be trimmed and well-groomed. Jewelry is to be kept to a bare minimum.

STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by the person assigned to this position and does not state or imply that it is all-inclusive.  Other duties and responsibilities may be added with consideration of the job requirements and skills needed and can be changed verbally or in writing at the discretion of the job’s immediate supervisor.