Dishwasher/Steward

Lost & Found Restaurant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food

Free uniforms

Training & development

Competitive compensation

Career advancement

Family meal

Tax Free Parking Stipend

Job summary

Lost & Found Restaurant is seeking a Dishwasher/Steward to maintain daily cleanliness, sanitation, and upkeep of the kitchen and supporting areas. This role operates the dishwashing machine and three-compartment sink during prep and service, ensuring clean cookware, dishes, utensils, and equipment are ready for the team.

You will support the chef team, help with opening/closing and occasional basic food-prep tasks, and participate in trash removal, equipment cleaning, and sanitation procedures.

Qualifications

• Hard worker with a strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including standing for long periods and bending repeatedly

Responsibilities

• Operate the dishwashing machine and three-compartment sink during both preparation and service periods.
• Maintain clean cookware, dishes, utensils, and equipment to ensure availability for the kitchen team.
• Remove trash and recycling and keep waste areas clean and organized.
• Clean kitchen equipment and maintain floors, walls, refrigeration areas, hallways, and stairwells.
• Follow chemical-handling and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with opening, closing, and scheduled deep-cleaning duties.

Skills

Dishwashing

Sanitation

Teamwork

Job description

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Training & development

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Family Meal
• Tax Free Parking Stipend

Job Summary

The Dishwasher/Steward is responsible for the daily cleanliness, sanitation, and upkeep of the kitchen and its supporting areas. This position operates the dishwashing machine and three-compartment sink during both preparation and service periods while ensuring that clean cookware, dishes, utensils, and equipment remain available to the kitchen team.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Trash and recycling removal
• Cleaning kitchen equipment
• Linen collection and organization
• Maintaining clean floors, walls, refrigeration areas, hallways, and stairwells
• Keeping dishwashing and waste areas clean and organized
• Following chemical-handling and sanitation procedures
• Assisting with opening, closing, and scheduled deep-cleaning duties

Dishwasher/Stewards report directly to the chef team. When operational needs allow, this position may also assist with basic food-preparation tasks. Candidates should be willing to learn the fundamental needs of the kitchen and step in to support the team when necessary.

Qualifications

• Hard worker with a strong work ethic
• Positive attitude
• Attention to detail
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including standing for long periods and bending repeatedly