Dishwasher

Rokka Grill & Whiskey Bar; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Rokka Grill & Whiskey Bar in Whittier, CA is seeking a dedicated Dishwasher to join our kitchen team. You will wash, sanitize, and store dishes, keep utensils and equipment clean, and help maintain a smooth restaurant operation.

The ideal candidate is reliable, comfortable in a fast-paced setting, with strong time management, teamwork, and a commitment to food safety. Prior experience is welcome but not required, and availability on mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays is essential.

Qualifications

• Time management and organization skills.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Willingness to follow food safety and sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, dry, and properly store dishes, silverware, glassware, pots, pans, and kitchen tools.
• Ensure clean dishes and equipment are available for cooks, servers, bartenders, and other team members.
• Restock dishware, flatware, and kitchen stations as needed.
• Clean kitchen equipment, appliances, dish machines, and work areas.
• Assist with unloading and storing deliveries when needed.
• Sweep and mop floors, especially after spills or broken items.
• Take out trash and clean trash receptacles.
• Support kitchen and restaurant staff with additional tasks as needed.
• Report kitchen accidents, safety concerns, or food safety violations to management.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness procedures.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Attention to cleanliness

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dishwasher Job Description – Rokka Grill & Whiskey Bar

Rokka Grill & Whiskey Bar is looking for a dedicated and organized Dishwasher to join our kitchen team. This role is essential to keeping the restaurant running smoothly by ensuring dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment are cleaned, sanitized, and ready for service.

The ideal candidate is dependable, hardworking, and comfortable working as part of a team in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Strong time management, communication, and attention to cleanliness are important for success in this role.

Dishwasher Responsibilities:

• Wash, sanitize, dry, and properly store dishes, silverware, glassware, pots, pans, and kitchen tools
• Ensure clean dishes and equipment are available for cooks, servers, bartenders, and other team members
• Restock dishware, flatware, and kitchen stations as needed
• Clean kitchen equipment, appliances, dish machines, and work areas
• Assist with unloading and storing deliveries when needed
• Sweep and mop floors, especially after spills or broken items
• Take out trash and clean trash receptacles
• Support kitchen and restaurant staff with additional tasks as needed
• Report kitchen accidents, safety concerns, or food safety violations to management
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness procedures

Dishwasher Requirements:

• Previous dishwasher or kitchen experience preferred, but not required
• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Strong time management and organization skills
• Willingness to follow food safety and sanitation procedures
• Ability to stand or walk for long shifts
• Ability to lift at least 20 lbs. as needed
• Availability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

About Rokka Grill & Whiskey Bar

Rokka Grill & Whiskey Bar offers an elevated dining experience with quality food, craft cocktails, whiskey selections, and a polished restaurant atmosphere. Dishwashers play an important role in keeping our kitchen clean, efficient, and ready to deliver a great guest experience.