Dishwasher & Kitchen Assistant — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Employee Discounts

Madero 1899; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Job summary

Madero Cantina in Downtown Fullerton, CA is seeking a motivated Dishwasher / Kitchen Assistant to join our fast-paced restaurant and bar team. You’ll help maintain a clean, organized kitchen, support smooth operations, and contribute to a high‑quality guest experience through strong teamwork and reliability.

Located in Historic Downtown Fullerton, we offer competitive hourly pay ($17.00–$19.50) with opportunities to grow in food prep and sanitation.

Qualifications

• Legally eligible to work in the U.S. (18+)
• Experience in kitchen sanitation, food service, or prep is preferred
• ServeSafe or California Food Handler certification required or obtainable

Responsibilities

• Wash pots, pans, utensils, glassware, trays, and other kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas (floors, tables, walls, refrigerators).
• Segregate and remove trash, restock supplies for next shift.
• Assist in food prep tasks such as washing, chopping, and organizing ingredients.
• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
• Support servers and kitchen staff with serving, cleaning, or stocking duties.
• Complete opening, side work, and closing duties to keep the kitchen ready for service

Skills

Kitchen sanitation

Food service

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Madero Cantina in Downtown Fullerton, CA is seeking a motivated Dishwasher / Kitchen Assistant to join our fast-paced restaurant and bar team. You’ll help maintain a clean, organized kitchen, support smooth operations, and contribute to a high‑quality guest experience through strong teamwork and reliability.

Located in Historic Downtown Fullerton, we offer competitive hourly pay ($17.00–$19.50) with opportunities to grow in food prep and sanitation.