School Kitchen Dishwasher - Build Healthy Meal Programs

KIPP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Parental leave

Back-up child/elder care

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Sabbatical program

Professional development funds

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KIPP NYC is seeking a dedicated Dishwasher to join the Culinary Team across our NYC campuses. You will help maintain a clean, organized kitchen, wash dishes, and support daily meal service while upholding food safety standards.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you will assist with food preparation and general kitchen tasks in a full-time, on-site role. This position supports students by providing healthy, scratch-made meals in a fast-paced school nutrition program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, school nutrition program, restaurant, or food service environment preferred, but not required.
• Fundamental understanding of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness practices, or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while maintaining high standards of quality and customer service.
• Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collaborative, respectful, and positive team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and school staff.
• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while supporting team goals.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize pots, pans, dishes, utensils, trays, serving equipment, and kitchen tools during meal service.
• Assist with bussing trays, bins, and dish return stations during breakfast and lunch service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, dishwashing area, and servery.
• Support food preparation activities as directed by the Head Chef or culinary staff.
• Assist with meal service, kitchen setup, and cleanup as needed.
• Support special meal functions, events, and additional food service activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Work ethic

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

KIPP NYC is seeking a dedicated Dishwasher to join the Culinary Team across our NYC campuses. You will help maintain a clean, organized kitchen, wash dishes, and support daily meal service while upholding food safety standards.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you will assist with food preparation and general kitchen tasks in a full-time, on-site role. This position supports students by providing healthy, scratch-made meals in a fast-paced school nutrition program.