Dishwasher - Ms. Peaches

Thompson Hospitality Corporation; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

A leading hospitality provider in Sterling, VA is seeking a Dishwasher to support the kitchen and ensure cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have experience in a high-volume restaurant and be able to work flexibly on shifts, including weekends. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining a welcoming environment, assisting the culinary team, and adhering to all safety and sanitation guidelines. If you take pride in your work and want to contribute to a warm dining experience, apply now!

Qualifications

• Must have experience in a high-volume restaurant.
• Must be able to read and understand equipment operation and maintenance.
• Certification in food safety and sanitation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitization of dishes and kitchen equipment.
• Support kitchen team by organizing and restocking clean dishes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Dishwashing experience in a high-volume restaurant

Ability to read and understand sanitation requirements

Certification in food safety and sanitation

Flexibility in working shifts

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

Ability to work in a hot, humid, and fast-paced environment

Job description

Overview

At Ms. Peach’s Southern Kitchen, every guest should feel like they’re dining at home. As a Dishwasher you’ll play a key role in making that possible—keeping our dining areas clean, organized, and welcoming. You’ll support our servers and kitchen team to ensure smooth service, while bringing energy, teamwork, and a smile to every shift. If you take pride in the details and enjoy creating a warm, inviting atmosphere, we’d love for you to join our family.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the cleanliness and sanitization of all dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate dishwashing equipment efficiently and maintain its proper functioning.
• Support the kitchen team by organizing and restocking clean dishes, glassware, and silverware.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, collaborating with fellow team members.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation guidelines for proper handling and disposal of waste.
• Assist in maintaining smooth kitchen operations by working closely with the culinary staff.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

• Dishwashing experience in a high-volume restaurant preferred.
• Able to read documents and written instructions to understand sanitation requirements, safety rules, equipment operation and maintenance, policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Certification in food safety and sanitation is a plus.
• Able to work flexible shifts and schedules, inclusive of weekends, and all holidays.
• Stand for long hours, often in wet conditions.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs (racks of dishes, garbage bags).
• Work in a hot, humid, and fast-paced environment.
• Bend, stoop, and reach frequently.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely.

Who We Are

Rooted in Flavor, Dished with Love – Join Our Southern Kitchen

At Ms. Peach’s Southern Kitchen, we’re more than a restaurant—we’re a celebration of southern food, family, and tradition. Inspired by the legendary Hattie Warren, our kitchen honors the spirit of love, community, and hospitality in every dish we serve. From Shrimp & Grits to Peach Cobbler Pancakes, we create experiences that feel like a warm hug from home. Come be part of a team that shares southern comfort with every guest, every day.

Thompson Hospitality is one of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 33 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.