Kitchen Utility Attendant/Dishwasher - King's Arm Tavern

CW Talent; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,264 - 31,709; Full time

Job summary

A restaurant in Williamsburg is seeking a Kitchen Utility Attendant/Dishwasher to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen. The role includes washing dishes with industrial equipment and ensuring sanitation policies are followed. Successful candidates need to handle heavy items and work standing for long periods. A current Food Handlers Card is required. Full-time position offers $19.59 USD per hour, with flexible schedules including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Food Handlers Card.
• Prior experience in a commercial kitchen setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process utensils through a large dishwashing machine.
• Wash utensils by hand as appropriate.
• Follow sanitation policies.

Skills

Heavy cleaning

Following instructions

Sanitation policy adherence

Education

Current Williamsburg James City County Food Handlers Card

Job description

Kitchen Utility Attendant/Dishwasher - King's Arm Tavern

Job Category: FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Requisition Number: KITCH003625

Posted: April 8, 2026

Full-Time: Yes

Rate: $19.59 USD per hour

Location

King's Arms Tavern

416 E. Duke of Gloucester St
Williamsburg, VA 23185, USA

Responsibilities

• Must be available to work all schedules, weekends, Sundays, and holidays
• Process china, glass, eating and cooking utensils through a large dishwashing machine.
• Wash china, glass, eating and cooking utensils by hand as appropriate.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Follow a strict sanitation policy.
• Prior experience performing heavy cleaning, preferably in a commercial kitchen setting.
• Preferred: experience working in a commercial kitchen using industrial dishwashing equipment.

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements include but are not limited to:

• Ability to lift, handle and transport up to 100 pounds as necessary
• Carrying heavy objects up and down stairs
• Bending, stooping, lifting
• Working while standing for long periods of time
• Working at a fast pace for several hours at a time
• Working at heights over 6 feet

Qualifications

Successful candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a current Williamsburg James City County Food Handlers Card; applicants with an active Food Handlers Card should be prepared to present the Card during the interview process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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