Clarification from the agency

The Public

Maintains water and detergent levels in dishwasher; removes strainer pans, inspection doors, etc., for proper cleaning of dishwasher, inside and out; removes calcium deposits as required; and restores room to orderliness. May unload food from delivery trucks and place in correct location. May move heavy garbage cans and place trash in proper receptacles. Ability to clean any equipment or facility located in the food service area and dining room. Ability to fill out proper paperwork needed for cash register and accountability.

Position involves prolonged standing, walking, reaching, stooping, pushing, pulling, and bending. Frequent light to moderate lifting of objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Uses assistance from other workers for moving objects weighing more than 20 pounds. Work is performed in kitchen areas where the steam and heat from cooking equipment often cause uncomfortable high temperatures and humidity. The work area is well lighted. It is usually noisy from food service activities. The employee is regularly exposed to hot liquids, hot working surfaces, sharp cutting blades. There is the danger of slipping on floors where food or beverages have been dropped.

Additional duties may include:

• Incumbent operates point of sale system and food service equipment as needed to carry out day to day operations.
• Prepares a variety of food items in accordance to the current menu, stocks retail areas with food service items, and maintains inventory of stock.
• Ensures food service area is in a presentable and sanitary condition.
• Performs tasks with several steps such as: Sets up food service counters, steam tables, dining room tables, and side service stands with hot and cold food, including meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, bread, butter, and beverages.
• Serves food to diners.
• Makes a variety of fruit and vegetable salads such as: fresh fruit, tossed green, tomato lettuce, and lettuce wedges. Serves food in standard portions by placing uniform amounts in containers or glasses in prescribed quantities.
• Packs box lunches and assists with preparation and execution of catering events.
• Responsible for complying with standard methods and procedures such as conduct, etiquette, dress code, serving techniques and complete familiarity with the beverages and food served.

Conditions of employment

• Must obtain and maintain a security clearance – requires 18 years of age.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Verification of employment eligibility in the United States is required.
• Probationary period: Flexible employees are employed based on the needs of the business.
• Must be able to understand and communicate in English.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) for this position are as follows:
**Responses must be included on the KSA portion of the online application**

1. Incumbent must have 3 months experience working in a restaurant in Back of the House. Dishwashing experience preferred.
2. Experience in operating, breaking down, and cleaning electrical equipment in a restaurant environment, such as, grills, fryers, ovens, and dish-washing machines.
3. Experience using a 3-compartment sink and dish machine.
4. Janitorial experience with floors and work station surfaces.
5. Ability to follow instructions and labels for the use of cleaning chemicals.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants who meet the qualification requirements will be further evaluated to determine the extent to which their education, related experience, training, awards, and supervisory appraisal demonstrate they possess the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs).