Part-time Kitchen Support and Dishwasher

Carnation Farms; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Carnation Farms is seeking a part-time Kitchen Support and Dishwasher to help keep our kitchen running during regular production and special events. This role offers weekend and evening shifts with a minimum of 20 hours per week and flexibility for event-driven hours.

Training will be provided; dependability and a strong work ethic are valued. You’ll support cleanliness, safety, and smooth operation of the kitchen, adapting to varying schedules and event demands.

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience is not required; training provided.
• We’re looking for someone who shows up, works hard, and takes pride in doing a job well.
• Willing to learn and receptive to direction and feedback.
• Notices what needs to be done and is willing to jump in and help.
• Comfortable with repetitive, physical work and standing for extended periods.
• Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Able to satisfactorily complete a background check.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate the commercial dishwashing machine safely and efficiently.
• Keep the dish area clean, organized, and moving throughout each shift.
• Maintain a steady supply of clean dishes, cookware, and equipment for the Culinary Team.
• Assist with general kitchen cleaning, including sweeping, mopping, trash and recycling, and cleaning and sanitizing surfaces.
• Help maintain clean and organized kitchen, storage, and back‑of‑house areas.
• Support event setup, service, breakdown, and cleanup as needed.
• Keep pace with increased dish volume during events and busy production periods.
• Jump in with basic kitchen support tasks when needed and when dishwashing responsibilities allow.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices.
• Communicate with the Culinary Team and respond to changing priorities throughout the shift.
• Help wherever needed to keep the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly.

Skills

Dependable

Hardworking

Team player

Willing to learn

Positive attitude

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Part-time Kitchen Support and Dishwasher

The Carnation Farms Culinary Team is looking for a dependable, hardworking Dishwasher / Kitchen Support team member to help keep our kitchen running smoothly during regular production and special events.

Reports To: Culinary Team Manager

Employment: Part-Time - Weekends as needed / Evenings as needed

Position Overview

Kitchen experience is not required—we can teach you what you need to know.What matters most to us is finding someone who shows up, works hard, takes pride in doing a job well, and is willing to jump in and help the team wherever needed.

Dishwashing and kitchen support are essential to a successful kitchen. This is an active, hands‑on role responsible for keeping dishes, cookware, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and ready so our cooks and chefs can keep moving.

Schedule

This is apart-time position guaranteed a minimum of 20 hours per week, but the specific days, shift lengths, and total hours worked may vary based on the needs of our Culinary Team.

Scheduled events are the highest priority for this position.Carnation Farms hosts Farm-to-Table dinners, weddings, community events, classes, workshops, private events, and other special gatherings throughout the year. Many of these dates are established well in advance, and this position is expected to be available to support these events.

Outside of scheduled events, hours will be assigned based on kitchen production and other business needs. This means the weekly schedule will not always look the same. Some weeks may include shorter shifts across several days, while others may consist of fewer, longer shifts.

The 20-hour weekly guarantee is a minimum, not a cap on hours.Depending on the timing of events and other business needs, event hours may be part of the employee’s 20 hours in some weeks and may be scheduledin addition tothose hours in others. Candidates should therefore expect to work at least 20 hours each week, with the understanding that some weeks will require additional hours.

Schedules will be communicated as far in advance as possible, with known event dates communicated well ahead of time.

2026 Event Availability

Event coverage is a core responsibility of this position. Many of our remaining 2026 event dates are already known and are listed below so candidates can get a clear picture of the schedule before applying.

Candidates should expect to be available for these priority event dates, although the specific shift times and number of hours worked will vary depending on the needs of each event.

September

• Saturday, September 5
• Friday–Sunday, September 11–13
• Tuesday, September 15
• Friday, September 18
• Thursday, September 24
• Saturday, September 26

October

• Friday, October 2
• Sunday, October 4
• Tuesday, October 6
• Thursday, October 8
• Saturday, October 10
• Saturday, October 17
• Monday–Friday, October 19–23
• Saturday, October 24
• Sunday, October 25

November

• Friday, November 6
• Saturday, November 14
• Saturday, November 21

December

• Saturday, December 12

Specific event shifts will vary and may include daytime, evening, and weekend hours. Not every event will necessarily require the same level or duration of support, and additional events may be added as business needs evolve.

Applicants should review these dates carefully and be prepared to discuss any known scheduling conflicts during the application and interview process.

Key Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Operate the commercial dishwashing machine safely and efficiently.
• Keep the dish area clean, organized, and moving throughout each shift.
• Maintain a steady supply of clean dishes, cookware, and equipment for the Culinary Team.
• Assist with general kitchen cleaning, including sweeping, mopping, trash and recycling, and cleaning and sanitizing surfaces.
• Help maintain clean and organized kitchen, storage, and back‑of‑house areas.
• Support event setup, service, breakdown, and cleanup as needed.
• Keep pace with increased dish volume during events and busy production periods.
• Jump in with basic kitchen support tasks when needed and when dishwashing responsibilities allow.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety practices.
• Communicate with the Culinary Team and respond to changing priorities throughout the shift.
• Help wherever needed to keep the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

You do not need previous restaurant or kitchen experience to be successful in this role. We are happy to train the right person.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is dependable and shows up when scheduled and ready to work.
• Works hard and takes pride in doing a job thoroughly and well.
• Is willing to learn and receptive to direction and feedback.
• Notices what needs to be done and is willing to jump in and help.
• Can maintain a steady pace and positive attitude, even when things get busy.
• Works well as part of a team and treats coworkers with respect.
• Is comfortable with repetitive, physical work and being on their feet for extended periods.
• Is comfortable working in the hot, wet, and sometimes noisy environment of a commercial kitchen.
• Understands and is comfortable with a work schedule that may vary in days, shift lengths, and total weekly hours.
• Has the flexibility to work scheduled events, including evenings and weekends.
• Can satisfactorily complete a background check.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, lift, carry, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to safely handle large pots, pans, dish racks, and other kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work in a hot, wet, and fast‑paced commercial kitchen environment.

Compensation

$19.82 per hour

Carnation Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Carnation Farms does not discriminate or determine employment on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, age, or any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs. Carnation Farms is committed to an environment of mutual respect and maintains a zero‑tolerance policy regarding discrimination or harassment of any kind. Carnation Farms also values the power of diverse lived experiences and perspectives.

Pay: $19.86 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 20.0 per week