Dishwasher & Prep — Full-Time Kitchen Support

The Wild Animal Sanctuary; Keenesburg (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403b after 30 days

Job summary

The Wild Animal Sanctuary is hiring a Full-Time Dishwasher/Prep at the Lion's Den Café. You will assist in preparation, sanitation, deep cleaning, and pizza station coverage within a professional kitchen at our Welcome Center.

Occasional catering/food prep for on-site events is required, with excellent pay and a mission-driven team environment. Responsibilities include prepping served foods, managing inventory, following food safety protocols, and coordinating with cooks and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurants or food service preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and cleaning techniques.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well in teams.

Responsibilities

• Prep all served food.
• Plan mitigation of low food inventory.
• Memorize, record, and comprehend menu items and portions.
• Follow standard food safety protocols.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to all sanitation and food production codes.
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and appliances.
• Provide coverage and support to our pizza prep station.
• Coordinate with cooks and support kitchen and FOH staff as needed.
• Follow all appropriate check lists and adhere to company guidelines.
• Knife skills and safe lifting practices.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Food prep basics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Wild Animal Sanctuary is hiring a Full-Time Dishwasher/Prep at the Lion's Den Café. You will assist in preparation, sanitation, deep cleaning, and pizza station coverage within a professional kitchen at our Welcome Center.

Occasional catering/food prep for on-site events is required, with excellent pay and a mission-driven team environment. Responsibilities include prepping served foods, managing inventory, following food safety protocols, and coordinating with cooks and staff.