Dishroom Transporter

An ancillary employee who performs a variety of cleaning tasks, maintaining clean and sanitary conditions.  Performs duties as assigned in support of the overall mission of the department.

Operates automatic pot and dishwashing machines, and performs routine cleaning operations in kitchen area. May assist in the service and storage of food.  May transport food carts to and from floors as needed. 

1. Loads and operates automatic dishwashing equipment.
2. Monitors dishwashing operations to ensure that machine is properly filled with chemicals and that appropriate water temperature is maintained, and maintains dishmachine temperature record.
3. Sorts soiled dishes, utensils, and trays in the tray return areas, delivers soiled items to dishroom, and sorts and returns clean dishes, trays, and utensils to proper storage areas.
4. Performs routine cleaning tasks in kitchen area such as mopping floors, wiping tables and counters, cleaning equipment, and emptying garbage cans.
5. Delivers food and supplies to Patient Care and Child Care areas, and re-stocks Cafeteria supplies and condiments.
6. Assists with unloading and storing food and supplies.
7. Assists other kitchen personnel in performing routine tasks such as gathering utensils, setting up trays, and cleaning work areas.
8. Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.  Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to Manager.

REQUIRED

1. Must be able to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions.