Dishwasher/Prep Cook

15 Walnut Tavern; South Hamilton (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee meal/discount opportunities

Consistent hours

Supportive team environment

Job summary

15 Walnut Tavern in South Hamilton, MA is seeking a dependable Dishwasher / Prep Cook to support our back-of-house team. This role offers hands-on kitchen work, with prep responsibilities as needed based on experience and shift needs.

Join a team that values reliability, efficiency, and food-safety standards, with opportunities to learn prep and grow within the kitchen.

Qualifications

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Restaurant experience is a plus, but training is provided.
• Must follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, glassware, pots, pans, and kitchen tools quickly and properly.
• Maintain clean and organized dish stations and kitchen areas.
• Assist with trash/recycling removal and end-of-shift cleanup.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service.
• Prep responsibilities may be included depending on experience and shift needs.

Skills

Punctuality

Teamwork

Stamina

Food safety

Job description

Description

15 Walnut in South Hamilton is hiring a dependable Dishwasher / Prep Cook to join our back-of-house team. This role is perfect for someone who works hard, moves with purpose, and takes pride in keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly. Prep responsibilities may be included depending on experience and shift needs.

Responsibilities

Dishwasher

• Wash dishes, glassware, pots, pans, and kitchen tools quickly and properly
• Maintain clean and organized dish stations and kitchen areas
• Assist with trash/recycling removal and end-of-shift cleanup
• Keep floors, mats, and BOH spaces clean and safe
• Support the kitchen team during busy service
  

Prep Cook (as needed / based on experience)

• Basic food prep including chopping, portioning, and organizing ingredients
• Labeling, dating, and rotating products (FIFO)
• Set up prep items for service and assist cooks as directed
• Help maintain cleanliness and food safety standards

What Will 15 Walnut Give To You

• Hourly pay of $17 - $19 an hour, depending on experience
• Supportive team environment
• Consistent hours and steady business
• Opportunity to learn prep and grow in the kitchen
• Employee meal/discount opportunities

Requirements

• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Restaurant experience is a plus, but we’re happy to train the right person
• Must be able to follow food safety and sanitation guidelines