Dishwasher

Torsap Thai Kitchen; Colts Neck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Torsap Thai Kitchen in Colts Neck Township is seeking a reliable Kitchen Support staff member to assist with dishwashing and sanitation tasks. This role involves ensuring cleanliness and organization in the kitchen while working efficiently under pressure.

The ideal candidate will be able to stand for long shifts, be comfortable with heavy lifting, and adapt to changing kitchen needs while maintaining a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long shifts (6-10+ hours).
• Comfortable with repetitive motion and heavy lifting.
• Works well in hot, wet, fast paced conditions.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes using dish machine and manual methods.
• Operate and maintain dish machine.
• Deep clean dish pit, floor drains, and mats at close.

Skills

Ability to stand for long shifts (6-10+ hours)

Comfortable with repetitive motion and heavy lifting

Works well in hot, wet, fast paced conditions

Speed and efficiency under pressure

Reliability and punctuality

Ability to work as part of a team

Positive attitude

Good communication with kitchen staff

Adaptability to jump in on prep or other tasks

Job description

Core Duties

• Wash Dishes, Glassware, Flatware, pots and pans using dish machine and manual methods
• Operate and maintain dish machine (Temps, Chemical Levels, cycle checks)
• Sort and stack clean items propperly for storage/service
• Keep Dish pit organized and drain clear during rushes

Kitchen Support

• Empty trash and recycling regularly; break down boxes
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors, especially dish area
• Wipe down prep stations, sinks, and walls as needed
• Restock clean dishware, silverware, and glasses to line/FOH as needed
• Assist with basic food prep when needed (washing produce, simple cutting)

Sanitation & Safety

• Follow proper handwashing and food safety protocols
• Sanitize work surfaces and equipment per health code
• Report equipment issues (broken dish machine, low chemicals) to manager
• Wear non-slip shoes and follow safe lifting practices

Closing Duties

• Deep clean dish pit, floor drains, and mats at close

• Break down and sanitize dish machine

• Take out final trash/recycling

• Ensure kitchen is stocked and ready for next shift

Skills

• Ability to stand for long shifts (6-10+ hours)

• Comfortable with repetitive motion and heavy lifting (bussing tubs, stock, trash)

• Works well in hot, wet, fast paced conditions

• Speed and efficiency under pressure

• Reliability and punctuality- kitchen grinds to a hault without dish coverage

• Ability to work as part of a team with cooks, servers and management

• Positive attitude, low drama

• Communication with kitchen staff about shortages (plates, silverware running low)

• Adaptabiity- Jumping in on prep or other tasks when slow