Dishwasher

Char & Lemon | CT; Oxford (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Char & Lemon | CT is seeking a dependable dishwasher to support daily kitchen operations in a busy restaurant. You will wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes and kitchenware, assist staff, and help maintain a clean, sanitary workspace.

Ideal candidates are reliable, punctual, and attentive to cleanliness. You will follow safety procedures, stock supplies, and collaborate with the kitchen team during service.

Qualifications

• Experience in dishwashing or kitchen work is helpful but not required.
• Reliable, punctual and responsible.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and sanitation.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, plates, glassware, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and follow established cleaning procedures.
• Keep the dishwashing station clean, organized, and properly supplied.
• Sort and store clean dishes and kitchen items in designated areas.
• Clean sinks, counters, floors, and other assigned kitchen areas.
• Remove trash and maintain proper sanitation throughout the shift.
• Restock clean plates, glassware, utensils, and cookware as needed.
• Assist kitchen staff with routine cleaning and support tasks.
• Monitor dishwashing and cleaning supplies and communicate restocking needs.
• Help maintain a clean and safe kitchen during busy service periods.
• Follow food-safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with opening, closing, and routine restaurant cleaning duties.
• Work cooperatively with kitchen and restaurant team members.

Skills

Attention to cleanliness

Sanitation standards

Organization

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Punctuality

Follow instructions

Willingness to learn

Job description

We are looking for someone to support daily kitchen operations and maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work areas. This role involves washing and sanitizing dishes, glassware, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment while assisting kitchen staff with routine cleaning and support tasks. The ideal candidate is reliable, attentive to cleanliness, and comfortable working in a busy restaurant kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, plates, glassware, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and follow established cleaning procedures.
• Keep the dishwashing station clean, organized, and properly supplied.
• Sort and store clean dishes and kitchen items in designated areas.
• Clean sinks, counters, floors, and other assigned kitchen areas.
• Remove trash and maintain proper sanitation throughout the shift.
• Restock clean plates, glassware, utensils, and cookware as needed.
• Assist kitchen staff with routine cleaning and support tasks.
• Monitor dishwashing and cleaning supplies and communicate restocking needs.
• Help maintain a clean and safe kitchen during busy service periods.
• Follow food-safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with opening, closing, and routine restaurant cleaning duties.
• Work cooperatively with kitchen and restaurant team members.

Qualifications

• Previous dishwasher, kitchen, restaurant, or food-service experience is helpful but not required.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, sanitation, and organization.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to learn dishwashing and sanitation procedures.
• Able to perform routine cleaning duties throughout a shift.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Professional and dependable approach to work.