Dishwasher/Food Prep

Dishwasher / Food Prep

We’re looking for a reliable, energetic Dishwasher / Food Prep team member to join our busy kitchen at Gracie’s Luncheonette.

This is an important role on our kitchen team. You’ll help keep the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly while also assisting with food preparation and supporting the team wherever needed. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, works well with others, and understands the pace and expectations of a busy restaurant kitchen.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced position for someone who is comfortable staying busy and jumping in wherever they’re needed.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and properly put away dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment
• Keep the dish area clean, organized, and stocked throughout service
• Assist with food prep such as washing, peeling, chopping, portioning, and assembling ingredients
• Follow recipes, prep lists, and direction from kitchen leadership
• Keep kitchen floors, work surfaces, equipment, and other areas clean throughout the shift
• Sweep, mop, take out trash, and complete other cleaning and closing duties
• Safely operate the dish machine, sinks, knives, and other kitchen equipment
• Properly store food and supplies and maintain a clean, organized prep area
• Lift and carry boxes, pots, pans, trash, and other supplies as needed
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures
• Communicate with the kitchen and front-of-house teams and help wherever needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area throughout the shift

Requirements

• Previous restaurant or food service experience preferred
• Experience working in a busy kitchen environment is a plus
• Basic food preparation and knife skills
• Knowledge of proper food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work well as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen and staying productive during busy service
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
• Able to safely lift and carry heavy pots, boxes, supplies, and trash
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and detail
• Positive attitude and willingness to jump in and help wherever needed
• Must be willing to follow kitchen procedures, prep lists, cleaning standards, and direction from kitchen leadership

The Right Person

We’re looking for someone who works hard, shows up, pays attention, and takes pride in keeping a kitchen running smoothly. You should be comfortable working as part of a team, staying productive during busy service, and doing whatever needs to be done to keep the kitchen moving.

If you’re dependable, hardworking, and enjoy being part of a busy restaurant team, we’d love to meet you.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person