Dishwasher

Clyde's of Gallery Place; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Training program

401k plan

Restaurant discounts

Meal discount

Health plan

Employee assistance program

Wellness resources

Career growth

Job summary

Clyde's of Gallery Place is seeking a Dishwasher in Washington, DC, offering competitive pay and flexible scheduling in a bustling downtown restaurant.

Join a team focused on hospitality, training, and career growth. You will support the kitchen by operating the dishwashing area, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring efficient workflow in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Friendly, hardworking, and hospitality-driven with a commitment to excellence and top-tier service.
• Problem solvers who can handle customer matters with courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down dishwasher; clean and maintain dish machine equipment.
• Operate conveyor-type dishwashing machine; check and adjust water temperature and chemical levels during dishwashing operation to ensure proper cleaning.
• Organize racks and feed dirty dishes and utensils through dishwasher or sink as this equipment is returned from dining rooms and kitchen work stations; wash pots, pans, trays, and large food storage containers by hand.
• Carry, lift, and store in proper places all dishes, pots and pans, trays, utensils, cups, and other equipment for the department.
• Empty, clean, and refill dish machine with detergent and water when needed.
• Clean oven, exhaust hoods, and other kitchen equipment machinery.
• Empty, strain, clean, and refill deep-fat fryers.
• Remove, shake down, hose down, and stack floor mats.
• Sweep, soap, hose down, squeegee, and mop entire kitchen floor.
• Carry trash from the dish room and other kitchen areas and place in dumpster; clean and sanitize garbage cans and keep clean liners in cans at all times.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Hospitality mindset

Customer service under pressure

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Flexible scheduling availability

Job description

Pay Range: $18.40 - $19.50 / hour Are you looking for a job with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, a positive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and training?

Description

Pay Range: $18.40 - $19.50 / hour Are you looking for a job with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, a positive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth and training?

If so, Clyde’s of Gallery Place is the place for you. As a bustling restaurant in the heart of Gallery Place next to the Capital One Arena and part of the Clyde’s Restaurant Group, which owns 14 concepts in the DMV area, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional dining experiences.

We are conveniently accessible by car, multiple bus lines, and located near the Gallery Place-Chinatown Metro station on the Red, Green, and Yellow lines.

WHY JOIN THE CLYDE'S TEAM AS A DISHWASHER

• Competitive Pay: Earn compensation for your skills and dedication.
• Stable Company: Join a respected, stable organization.
• Flexible Schedule: Part-time, full-time, and on-call shifts available.
• Positive Culture: Embrace courtesy, dignity, and respect.
• Excellent Training: Classroom and on-premises training.
• Generous 401k: Immediate participation with competitive match.
• Restaurant Discounts: Enjoy 25% off at all Clyde’s Restaurants for you and 3 guests.
• Meal Discount: Get 50% off your shift meal.
• Top Health Plan: Access medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and wellness resources, plus reduced rates on various services.
• Support: Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program with legal, emotional, and financial support.
• Wellness Resources: Access digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and annual flu shots.
• Financial Assistance: Assistance fund for employees in need.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for rapid advancement.
• Merit Recognition: Rewards for excellence and hard work.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access a discount program with thousands of brands and services.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A DISHWASHER

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Friendly, hardworking, and hospitality-driven with a commitment to excellence and top-tier service
• Problem solvers who can handle customer matters with courtesy, dignity, and respect
• Able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible availability to work mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and weekdays as needed

WHAT YOU WILL DO AS A DISHWASHER

• Set up and break down dishwasher; clean and maintain dish machine equipment
• Operate conveyor-type dishwashing machine; check and adjust water temperature and chemical levels during dishwashing operation to ensure proper cleaning
• Organize racks and feed dirty dishes and utensils through dishwasher or sink as this equipment is returned from dining rooms and kitchen work stations; wash pots, pans, trays, and large food storage containers by hand
• Carry, lift, and store in proper places all dishes, pots and pans, trays, utensils, cups, and other equipment for the department
• Empty, clean, and refill dish machine with detergent and water when needed
• Clean oven, exhaust hoods, and other kitchen equipment machinery
• Empty, strain, clean, and refill deep-fat fryers
• Remove, shake down, hose down, and stack floor mats
• Sweep, soap, hose down, squeegee, and mop entire kitchen floor
• Carry trash from the dish room and other kitchen areas and place in dumpster; clean and sanitize garbage cans and keep clean liners in cans at all times

ABOUT US

Since 1963, Clyde's Restaurant Group has been a leader in the DMV restaurant scene, known for exceptional guest service and fostering a positive culture for employees. Our 14 properties include Clyde's, Old Ebbitt Grill, The Hamilton, 1789 Restaurant, Fitzgerald's, The Tombs, Rye Street Tavern, Cordelia Fishbar, Hamilton Live, and Ebbitt House (opening Fall 2026).

We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Clyde’s Restaurant Group participates in E-Verify. We use the federal E-Verify system to confirm that new hires are authorized to work in the United States. Click here to learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work.

Contact us at [email protected] if you need any special accommodations to apply.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.