DISHWASHER - FT

pFriem Family Brewers; Milwaukie (OR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Sick time

Sabbatical after 5 years

Tasting Room credit

Discounts in Tasting Room

Employee Assistance Program

401k with 4% match

Company outings

Volunteer time off

Job summary

pFriem Family Brewers in Milwaukie, Oregon is seeking a full-time Dishwasher to support our kitchen team. You will operate and maintain the dish station, perform daily chemical and cleaning checks, and help with opening/closing procedures.

This role requires a culinary background, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You’ll lift up to 50 lbs and join a collaborative, craft beer culture that values growth and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide excellent service in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure.
• Self-motivated and proactive during slow times.
• Able to stand for long periods.
• Able to lift and maneuver dish tubs up to 50 lbs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workspace.
• Willing to follow instructions and ask questions for clarification.
• One year of kitchen experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain dish station.
• Daily checks of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Maintain janitorial areas.
• Follow kitchen checklists and guides.
• Maintain quality, cleanliness, sanitation and professionalism.
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods.
• Routinely lift up to 50lbs safely.
• Collaborate with team and support other staff.

Skills

Dishwashing

Teamwork

Stamina

Reliability

Safety minded

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Kitchen experience

Punctuality

Job description

About The Position

You will be working with our talented kitchen team and be responsible for keeping up with the continual operation and maintenance of the dish station and will take part in other kitchen duties and opening/closing procedures. Dishwashers will be responsible for taking daily checks of chemicals and cleaning supplies, ensuring the organization and cleanliness of all janitorial areas, communicating needs or issues to managers, all while maintaining a reasonable level of organization and professionalism.

Dishwasher - FT

Milwaukie, Oregon

DATE: August 18th, 2026

REPORTS TO: Head Chef

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Hourly

ANNUAL SALARY: $17 per hour

DIRECT REPORTS: None

A Breakdown Of Your Tasks

• Operate and maintain dish station
• Daily checks of chemicals and cleaning supplies
• Maintain janitorial areas
• Complete additional tasks and/or ways to help other team members
• Follow all pFriem Kitchen checklists and guides
• Maintain quality, cleanliness, sanitation and professionalism regardless of business volume
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Routinely lift up to 50lbs safely and without risk of injury to self, others, or company property

You have a culinary background, like to work hard, and you’re enthusiastic about joining a talented team. You’re eager to grow professionally and work with an ever-growing craft beer brand in a positive company culture.

You Work Well With Others

You enjoy working with others who share a passion for food, quality, and innovation. Let’s be honest, you spend a lot of time with your colleagues, and you deserve to work with great people. You like to grab a shift beer with the people you work with and care about your co-workers.

You are a juggling master

Work in a professional kitchen can sometimes be hectic, no matter how well we plan, and how good our support staff is. You don’t get fired up under pressure, and know how to prioritize, and keep cool when things get busy. You know how to ask for help, and how to manage tasks and emotions when it’s gotime.

Your Qualifications

• Ability to provide excellent service in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive attitude and ability to work well under pressure with all taproom staff.
• Self-motivated; able to look for additional tasks during slow times and utilize the side worksheets to direct your efforts.
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time.
• Able to safely lift and easily maneuver dish tubs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workspace and environment.
• Willing to follow instructions and ask questions for clarification if needed.
• Able to work in a consistently busy restaurant environment.
• At least 1+ year of prior kitchen experience in a restaurant.
• Be available and reliable to work, and be consistently on-time

We are a passionate group who takes our work seriously but ourselves not too seriously. Our team is made up of highly talented individuals not only in their jobs but also their hobbies and personal pursuits. Whether it’s enjoying shift beers with the crew or experiencing the PNW outdoor scene with co-workers, the pFriem team is warm and welcoming with a strong bond over beer. We promote from within so there is opportunity for career advancement.

The location

Housed partially in the former fire station of the historic Milwaukie City Hall building. The taproom features a stunning green space, large trees, and a sculpture garden accompanied by a spacious pergola covered outdoor patio, a private dining and event space upstairs for various brewery and community events, and a lounge area reminiscent of the popular Bear’s Den in Hood River.

The Benefits

• Paid time off and sick time.
• Sabbatical after every 5 years of employment.
• Tasting Room credit good for meals, beer, and merchandise.
• Discounts in our Tasting Room for meals, beer, and merchandise.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Participate in our retirement savings plan (401k) with a 4% match.
• Company-wide outings.
• Paid time off to volunteer for local charities and non-profits.