Kitchen Prep and Dishwasher

The Lower Tavern; Eastsound (WA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Tip share

Employee discount

Flexible scheduling

Growth opportunities

Job summary

The Lower Tavern in Eastsound, WA is hiring a Cold Side Dishwasher/Prep Cook who keeps the kitchen clean and efficient. You will wash dishes, sanitize equipment, and assist with basic food prep, following recipes and safety standards while supporting the hot side and front of house teams.

You'll work in a fast-paced environment, stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and enjoy a competitive hourly wage with tip share.

Qualifications

• Kitchen or dishwashing experience preferred.
• Team-oriented mindset and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.
• Able to stand long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable and punctual with flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cookware, and equipment.
• Assist with basic food prep: washing, peeling, chopping, following recipes to make sauces, and portioning ingredients.
• Set up and stock prep stations; follow the Tavern Back of House Manual.
• Label, date, and store prepared items; make salads and dress sandwiches/burgers.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment; work with team; support Hot Side and Front of House as needed.
• Use the handheld POS to process To Go orders and provide correct change or receipts.
• Take out trash, recycling, and compost; clean floors and surfaces; perform opening/closing duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team-oriented

Strong work ethic

Follow instructions

Reliability

Stamina

Lifting ability

Job description

Job Summary:

The Cold Side Dishwasher/Prep Cook plays a key support role in maintaining the cleanliness and efficiency of the kitchen. This position is responsible for washing dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment, and assisting with basic food preparation. It requires attention to detail, strong time management, and a team-oriented attitude to help keep kitchen operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

Dishwashing Duties:

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dishwashing area

Prep Cook Duties:

• Assist with basic food prep tasks, such as washing, peeling, chopping, following recipes to make sauces, and portioning ingredients
• Set up and stock prep stations with necessary supplies
• Follow food prep instructions as listed in the Tavern Back of House Manual
• Properly label, date, and store prepared items
• Make salads, dress sandwiches/burgers, etc. and put final plates into service window

General:

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Work efficiently and communicate with other team members
• Support Hot Side and Front of House staff as needed
• Use the handheld POS to cash out To Go orders at the backdoor and process payments and provide correct change or receipts as needed
• Take out trash, recycling, and compost as needed
• Clean floors, surfaces, and complete opening and closing duties as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Previous kitchen or dishwashing experience is preferred
• Strong work ethic and a team-oriented mindset
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage + tip share
• Employee discount
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities to grow within the kitchen team