Russ & Daughters 34th Street
Job Description: Porter 1 $16 + Tips
Job Summary:
The Porter1 maintains cleanliness of all areas and equipment, disposes of all refuse and recycling as directed by Management Staff.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Duties/Responsibilities:
Maintains cleanliness of all work areas, bathrooms, and shared spaces; in accordance with the processes as directed by Managers and Supervisors to ensure safe sanitation standards throughout the facility.
Completes cleaning log throughout the day.
Sets up and maintains all dishwashing stations, including dish machines, sinks and other related equipment; properly and safely using cleaning solutions.
Assists in food, equipment, and other material receiving and stocking; ensuring products delivered are as invoiced.
Cleans, stocks/restocks, and breaks down work location throughout and (in particular) at end of shift leaving space clean, stocked, and ready for next shift.
Possesses a positive attitude and works in cooperation with all co-workers efficiently and effectively.
Performs any additional assigned related duties.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Basic understanding of or the ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety to maintain a spotless personal and general workspace (including all equipment) in compliance with DOH regulation as well as rigorous internal health and cleanliness standards.
Basic understanding of or the ability to learn food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures using standard recipes.
Basic understanding of or the ability to learn how to use/operate, maintain, and clean culinary equipment including, but not limited, knives, scales, mixers, ovens, stoves.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Ability to work quickly and efficiently.
Ability to work well as part of a team.
Ability to maintain personal hygiene, health and safety regulations.
Ability to communicate with coworkers and kitchen leadership.
Education & Experience:
High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.
Prior related experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of standing and working in a kitchen/bakery.
Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold present in a kitchen/bakery environment.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Must be able to work weekend, holiday, and periodic extended hours as business needs require.
Manual dexterity to cut, chop, and mix foods and perform other related tasks.