THE OPTIMIST DISHWASHER – UP TO $18/hr. (Midtown)

Rocket Farm Restaurants LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dining discounts

Career development programs

Mentorship programs

Job summary

The Optimist in Midtown Atlanta is hiring a Steward to join our acclaimed culinary team as a dishwasher. You will help support the kitchen during service, keeping dishes and station areas clean, organized, and efficient.

Competitive pay ranges from $15 to $18 per hour, based on experience. This role offers a supportive culture with growth opportunities and dining discounts across Rocket Farm Restaurants.

Qualifications

• Must be able to maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Experience operating a dish machine in a high-volume restaurant is preferred.
• Part-time availability.

Responsibilities

• Support the culinary team during service.
• Maintain integrity of recipes and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Operate the dish machine in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Skills

Dishwashing

Kitchen cleanliness

Tools

Dish machine operation

Job description

THE OPTIMIST DISHWASHER – UP TO $18/hr. (Midtown)

Job Category : Back of House

Requisition Number : THEOP023205

• Posted : September 17, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

914 Howell Mill Rd
Atlanta, GA 30318, USA

Description

At Rocket Farm Restaurants, the core philosophy that defines our culture is “We serve the person who is serving the guest.” Our culture is not something we act out on the floor of the restaurant. It starts with how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen – with dignity, respect, and care. We believe there should be no difference in how we treat and serve one another in the kitchen and how we treat and serve our guests in the dining room. We hope you agree and will consider joining us!

The Optimist brings a seaside fish camp experience to landlocked Atlantans with high quality, sustainably sourced seafood and beach-food classics that transport you to your favorite seaside haunts.

The Optimist is hiring a Steward to join our acclaimed culinary team!

The Stewards at the Optimist are the backbone of the kitchen team – working diligently to support the culinary effort in an efficient manner during service. He/she must be able to maintain the integrity of the recipe and cleanliness of the kitchen while working in a fast-paced, exciting environment. Previous experience operating a dish machine in a high-volume restaurant is preferred.

Competitive pay - $15 to $18/hr. - based on experience and ability.

As a valued member of our team, you will receive:

A supportive culture and ethical work environment

Dynamic performance-based raises and promotions

Time off on most major holidays, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

Dining discounts at all Rocket Farm Restaurants – Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Houston, Raleigh, and Winter Park

Rocket Farm University: specialized leadership classes and personalized support for career advancement

Employee-led Mentorship programs, Advisory Council and Safety Committee

Additional benefits after 1-year of employment:

• Paid Time Off, Childbirth Recovery Leave and Parental Leave to support a healthy work-life balance
• Major Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

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