Dishwasher, full-time

Bardstown Bourbon Company; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Bardstown Bourbon Company is seeking a reliable dishwasher to staff various shifts in Bardstown, KY. The role requires punctuality, a cooperative attitude, and adherence to sanitation and safety policies.

The position offers a full-time schedule with day/evening hours, including weekends and some holidays. No prior experience is required, and training will be provided as needed to ensure cleanliness and efficiency in dishwashing operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; training provided as needed.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English.
• Reliable team member able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate an industrial dishwasher safely and rapidly.
• Load and unload the dishwashing machine.
• Wash glassware and kitchen items by hand when necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area and equipment.
• Support prep cook and staff during peak hours.

Skills

Fluent English

Team player

Reliable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Dishwasher, full-time

FT Regular Bardstown, KY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1473

Salary Range: $15.00 To $15.00 Hourly

Position: Dishwasher, full-time

Hours of work: Mostly day shift hours with some evenings; must be available to work Wednesday through Sunday each week, including some holidays

Who We Are

From bespoke bourbon production to boundary-pushing brands, Lofted Spirits is where tradition meets transformation. Expanding on the work started by Peter Loftin in 2016, and today the number one producer of Kentucky contract whiskey, Lofted Spirits pioneered a world-class, industry-shaking approach to custom contract distillation while developing some of the fastest growing brands in American Whiskey, Bardstown Bourbon and Green River. A unified entity, Lofted Spirits is built to lead the global whiskey industry, delivering exceptional experiences through innovation, trust, and transformative industry impact while crafting some of the world’s most desired and awarded whiskies. Lofted Spirits joined the Pritzker Private Capital family of companies in 2022. Learn more at LoftedSpirits.com.

Bardstown Bourbon Company is pushing the boundaries of innovation while honoring the traditional art of making great whiskey. With the most modern, technically advanced whiskey distillery, Bardstown Bourbon combines the highest quality distillation and spirited hospitality into a modern, authentic bourbon experience unlike any other on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail™. Bardstown Bourbon Co. is working to push the entire industry in a direction that is more innovative, more transparent, and more collaborative. Bardstown Bourbon was named 2023 Worldwide Whisky Producer of the Year by IWSC, Brand Innovator and Distiller of the Year at the 2025 Icons of Whisky, and the brand’s Amrut Indian Whisky collaboration, the first of its kind, was honored as the highest-rated American Whiskey by Whisky Advocate in 2024. Bardstown Bourbon Co. is part of Lofted Spirits, one of the largest American Whiskey distillers in the U.S. For more information, visit BardstownBourbon.com.

Green River Distilling Co. is a celebration of classic Kentucky – honoring the past while staying firmly planted in the present. The 10th oldest licensed distillery in Kentucky (DSP-KY-10), Green River is known as "the Whiskey Without Regrets," and enjoys a rich history dating back to 1885. Reintroduced in 2022, Green River Distilling Co. proudly calls Owensboro, Kentucky, home and serves as the westernmost outpost of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail™. Authentic and approachable, Green River offers a growing portfolio of whiskeys crafted from historic mashbills. Blended to create a smooth and welcoming taste profile, Green River Distilling Co. is a true testament to simplicity and quality going hand-in-hand. Green River is part of Lofted Spirits, one of the largest American Whiskey distillers in the U.S. For more information, visit greenriverwhiskey.com.

Job Summary

We are looking for a reliable dishwasher to staff various shifts. The ideal candidate is committed to showing up on time for work, has a helpful attitude, gets along with other kitchen employees, and follows all sanitary and health-related protocols.

Job Description/Responsibilities

• Ability to operate an industrial dishwasher safely and rapidly.
• Load and unload the dishwashing machine.
• Wash glassware and various kitchen items by hand when necessary.
• Strength and stamina required to lift loads and empty/clean all trash receptacles.
• Ability to meticulously clean iced tea and coffee machines daily.
• Store clean dishes, glasses, and equipment appropriately.
• Ensure there are enough clean dishes, glasses, and utensils, especially during peak hours.
• Remove garbage regularly and take it to the dumpster, plus clean garbage cans.
• Sanitize the kitchen area, including the floor.
• Commitment to all-around cleanliness, including dishwashing and dish storage areas.
• Notify Chef any time the dish machine washer or rinse cycle falls below safety standard temperatures.
• Must always follow sanitation and safety policies.
• Provide assistance to prep cook and other staff as needed, especially during peak hours.
• Basic janitorial skills to clean up spills, broken glassware, etc. immediately.
• Report any sanitation or janitorial issues to management.
• Commitment for the Company’s ISO program, including the quality and food safety of our products.
• Other Duties as assigned by management

Job Qualifications/Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to speak fluent English.
• No experience is required, but it is welcome (training will be provided, as needed).
• Commitment to working hard and being reliable.
• A team player.
• Ability to follow instructions and help with various tasks, as needed.
• Availability to work in shifts, during weekends and evenings, plus holidays.

Physical requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.

• Stands during the entire shift.
• Reaches, bends, and stoops frequently.
• Ability to safely operate industrial machinery and carry loads up to 25 lbs.
• Able to work in a hot and humid environment.

Our Company is committed to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of our Company to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees, without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

NOTE: The Company reserves the right to modify or apply this Job Description in any manner necessary to conduct its business and meet its goals and objectives. This Job Description does not imply that these are the only functions of the job, or the only essential functions of the job. Other duties and responsibilities may be required in this position.