Dishwasher/ Prep Cook

Behind The Scenes Catering & Events; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Behind The Scenes Catering & Events in San Diego, CA is hiring a Dishwasher to support our kitchen operations for local events and large-scale projects. The role focuses on maintaining sanitation standards, operating dishwashing equipment, and assisting with basic food prep as needed.

The position offers both full-time and part-time hours with early morning and evening shifts, and weekend availability is required. Reliable transportation is needed for site-based assignments.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Food Handler's certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).
• Reliable transportation.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain dishwashing equipment.
• Clean and sanitize all dishes, glassware, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Stock clean items in appropriate areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of dish area and kitchen floors.
• Assist with basic food prep as needed.
• Handle waste disposal and recycling.
• Maintain chemical inventory levels.

Skills

Kitchen safety

Attention to detail

Reliable transportation

Procedural follow-through

Education

Food Handler's certification

Job description

BTS Company Overview: This position is with a large well-established hospitality company; a progressive and diverse company that has been serving the corporate, social, and production industry for over 30 years. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California and services large corporations, private clients, major sports and news broadcast companies, venues, concert tours, golf events, corporate marketing tours, and major sporting events throughout San Diego and across the globe. The company also manages Village Vino which has been around for 11 years and has provided San Diego with a constantly rotating selection of wines from small producers that we feature by the glass and by the bottle as well as small bites.

Job Overview: The Dishwasher is essential to our kitchen operations, maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation standards that allow our culinary team to execute menus for our local and large-scale projects. This position will also assist in supporting food prep work for local events and large-scale projects.

• Operate and maintain dishwashing equipment
• Clean and sanitize all dishes, glassware, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Stock clean items in appropriate areas
• Maintain cleanliness of dish area and kitchen floors
• Assist with basic food prep as needed
• Handle waste disposal and recycling
• Maintain chemical inventory levels

Required Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures
• Food Handler's certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Reliable transportation
• Must be 18 years or older

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
• Tolerance for hot, wet working conditions
• Manual dexterity for handling dishes and equipment
• Ability to bend and reach frequently

Schedule

• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Early morning and evening shifts available
• Weekend availability required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds
• Manual dexterity for using kitchen equipment
• Ability to work in varying temperatures
• Physical stamina for long operational hours