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Dishwasher & Prep Cook – Job Description Position Title: Dishwasher & Prep Cook Reports To: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager Employment Type: [Full-time / Part-time / Contract] Location: [Insert Location] 🧑🍳 Role Summary: The Dishwasher & Prep Cook plays a key role in keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and running smoothly. This position is responsible for washing dishes and kitchen equipment, assisting with basic food preparation, and maintaining a hygienic environment. It’s an essential support role for a successful and efficient kitchen. 🔧 Duties and Responsibilities: 🧼 Dishwashing: Wash dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans using commercial dishwasher or by hand Sort and organize clean dishes and supplies in appropriate storage areas Clean dishwashing station, sinks, and surrounding areas throughout the shift Dispose of trash and recyclables properly and regularly Maintain proper use and cleanliness of dishwashing equipment 🔪 Prep Work: Assist chefs and line cooks with basic food prep, such as: Washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables Portioning ingredients Preparing sauces or simple dishes Label and store prepped items according to food safety standards Follow recipes and instructions precisely Maintain a clean, safe, and organized prep station 🧯 Kitchen Support & Sanitation: Follow all food safety and hygiene regulations Clean kitchen floors, walls, and surfaces as needed Help with unloading and organizing food deliveries Assist other team members during busy service periods Report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns immediately ✅ Skills and Qualifications: Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs Strong attention to detail and cleanliness Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a team environment Basic knife skills and interest in learning kitchen operations Previous kitchen experience is a plus but not required Food Handler’s Certificate preferred
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What We’re Looking For: The Back of House Team Member will be responsible for preparing ingredients at an establishment that serves food, processing customer orders, producing meals and cleaning their workspace throughout the day to follow health and safety guidelines. They follow recipes consistently, adjust based on customer requests, communicate with other staff each order. The team member is responsible for serve food that is not only delicious and cooked to the specifications of the customer but that is safe and fresh as well. Responsibilities: • Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh, • Follow recipes, including measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients, • Bake sweets and savories, steam, boil and etc.. foods, • Occasionally serve food, • Maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment and dishes, • Handle and store ingredients and food, • Maintain food safety and sanitation standards, • Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment and utensils, • Execute opening and closing procedures, • Set up workstations with required ingredients and equipment, • Check the quality and freshness of ingredients, • Monitor station inventory levels, • Operate kitchen equipment., • Clean and sanitize plates, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, and kitchen tools using dishwashing equipment or by hand, • Maintain cleanliness of dishwashing station, including sinks, floors, and surrounding areas, • Take out trash, recyclables, and kitchen waste regularly to maintain a clean work environment Our Cafe business hours: 8-4 pm, Mondays - Fridays *Basically, we operate on a two-shift system. *Applicants must be able to work at least 3 days per week. *Applicants who can work 5 days a week are highly welcome. * Hourly wage will be determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications. Negotiable. Training period provided.
We’re opening a brand-new restaurant & lounge on the West Side and are looking for passionate, energetic, and hospitality-driven individuals to join our founding team. 📍 Location: 394 West St, NYC Open Positions: Servers Bartenders & Barbacks Hosts/Hostesses Food Runners & Bussers Line Cooks & Prep Cooks Dishwashers What We’re Looking For: Previous hospitality experience (preferred, not required) Positive attitude and team-first mentality Strong work ethic and professionalism Passion for food, cocktails, and guest experiences What We Offer: Competitive pay + tips Exciting, upscale work environment Flexible schedules Growth opportunities in a fast-expanding group Staff meals provided 👉 Apply today and help us create unforgettable nights at NYC’s newest destination