REYNOLDS ELECTRICAL & ENGINEERING CO., INC.
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION FITLE: Dishwasher/Potwasher
JOB CODE + 030421, 030477
DATE PREPARED : June 2, 1993 Revised: December 13, 1993

SUMMARY STATEMENT

The incumbent operates industrial dishwashing equipment to clean eating utensils, china, pots, pans, etc.,
according to sanitation and safety regulations.

DIMENSIONS
The incumbent reports to a Kitchen Steward or Food Services Supervisor and has no supervisory responsibility.
NATURE AND SCOPE

1. Operates industrial dishwasher to clean flatware, dishes, pots, pans, etc.; monitors and adjusts water tank
temperatures to proper specifications;

2. Prepares dishes for washing, loads into racks/baskets in proper configuration; returns pots/pans containing
excess food for emptying before washing;

3. Washes/scrubs soiled pots and pans by hand; scrapes, sprays, and washes using brushes and steel wool if
necessary; rinses and sanitizes according to procedures; stores properly when dry;

4. Ensures continual operation of conveyor belt to bring dirty dishes into dishwashing area; cleans conveyor
and conveyor areas;

5. Cleans dishwashing machine, fills pot washing tanks, changes wash water when greasy, and changes rinse
water when soapy;

6. Gathers dirty pots/pans and brings to pot washing area;

7. Pertorms general cleaning and straightening of dishroom/pot washing areas; cleans debris from floor grates
and drains; empties trash; washes walls and racks; sweeps; sanitizes; etc.;

8. Adheres to all Company EEO, affirmative action, environmental, health, safety, quality assurance, and
security programs;

9. Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Constantly = Over 2/3 of time
Frequently = 1/3 - 2/3 of time
Physical ionally = Less than 1/3 of tim

1. Constant standing/walking throughout work shift;
2. Frequent-to-constant lifting/carrying racks/baskets of dishes/glasses/flatware up to 40 to 45 pounds;

3. Frequent pushing/pulling while scrubbing pots with brushes/steel wool, sliding racks of dishes, pushing
Carts, and opening doors, exerting force of 10 to 30 pounds;

4. Occasional climbing stairs to collect pots/pans from some areas;



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Di shwasher/Potwasher

Frequent bending/twisting at waist/knees/neck while washing pots/pans, cleaning, etc.;

Constant use of both hands/arms in teaching/handling/grasping/fingering while operating dishwasher,
scrubbing, washing, and rinsing pots/pans, cleaning work areas, etc.; some overhead reaching required;

Constant use of sight abilities in Performing duties and maintaining a sate work environment; visual
requirements include hand/eye coordination and visual acuity in near- and mid-range vision;

Frequent use of hearing/speech abilities in communicating with coworkers and supervisors;

Frequent use of sense of touch in feeling temperature and cleanliness of surfaces.

Mental

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Frequent mental alertness, attention to detail, and accuracy required in ensuring that duties are performed
according to procedures and maintaining a safe work environment;

Must be able to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures;
Must be able to organize work load in order to complete all duties in a timely manner;

Must possess basic mathematical skills and be able to read/write/speak English, instructions, rules, etc.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Work is performed indoors in dishwashing/pot washing areas.

Tools & Equipment Used: Industrial dishwasher, conveyor belt system, carts, racks, baskets, brushes, ste!
wool, water tanks, industrial dishwashing solutions/soaps, gloves, and Sanitary attire.

REQUIRED TRAINING AND WORK EXPERIENCE

No experience required.

OTHER SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

None.