Dishwasher

We're looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Part-Time dishwasher/ kitchen porter to join our team. It’s a physically demanding job that requires stamina, efficiency, and a strong work ethic. You'll be on your feet most of the day, lifting, cleaning, and staying active in a fast-paced environment.

If you're someone who takes pride in staying busy, pays attention to detail, and thrives on being part of a productive team, we’d love to meet you.

• Saturday & Sunday, 8:30am-5pm
  
• 16 hours/week
  
• Same schedule every week.
  

• Steady, consistent hours
  
• Pooled tips
  
• Paid time off (including generous annual leave and 40 hours of sick time)
  

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards across all bakery areas, including the kitchen, dishwashing station, storage areas, outdoor spaces and restrooms.
  
• Wash and sanitize baking and service equipment, dishes, utensils, and trays using commercial dishwashing equipment.
  
• Bus dirty dishes from the café and restock clean ones to the front of house to support cleanliness and smooth service flow.
  
• Sweep, mop, and clean floors regularly to ensure a clean and safe environment.
  
• Take out trash and recycling throughout the day and at closing; maintain dumpster area cleanliness.
  
• Restock supplies (soap, paper towels, cleaning products, etc.) as needed.
  
• Perform deep cleaning tasks on a scheduled basis (e.g., cleaning ovens, walls, drains).
  
• Wash and dry towels, mopheads, and other reusable cleaning cloths as part of daily cleaning routines.
  
• Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries; ensure stock is rotated and stored properly.
  
• Responsible for end-of-day kitchen closing procedures, including final cleaning, turning off equipment, locking all doors, and arming the alarm system as the last person out.
  
• Support bakery staff with light maintenance tasks and special projects as assigned.
  
• Label, store, and rotate inventory per food safety standards.
  
• Communicate any supply issues or equipment concerns to the Manager.
  
• Uphold and model the company�s core values of communication, collaboration, and respect for the space and resources.
  
• Follow all food safety, health, and sanitation guidelines (including those from the California Department of Public Health).
  
• Participate in ongoing training and development programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
  
• Contribute to a positive team environment with a proactive and can-do attitude.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

• Ability to use cleaning chemicals safely and follow procedures correctly.
  
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
  
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
  
• A warm, friendly, and engaging professional attitude.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills and a cooperative spirit, with the ability to support and uplift team members.
  
• Clear and professional communication skills with customers, teammates, and supervisors.
  
• Ability to stay composed and flexible in dynamic, high-volume production environments.
  
• Consistently represents the brand with integrity, enthusiasm, and a guest-first mindset.
  
• Self-motivated individual with interest in growing with our business.
  

• Proficient using email and basic computer skills.
  
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
  
• Reliable transportation required.
  
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.* Standing, walking, talking, listening for long periods of time.

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling items up to 50 lbs.
  
• Frequent hand washing and the use of cleaning solutions.
  
• Repetitive movement of arms, fingers, hands, and wrists.
  
• Reaching high storage shelving with a stepladder.
  
• Squatting, kneeling, bending to reach for objects in the lower cabinet or shelving.
  
• The noise level and temperature fluctuates with equipment use and outside weather.
  
• Exposure to hot ovens, cold storage, sharp tools, and food allergens.
  
• The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, to cut, handle, or feel objects, equipment, or controls.
  
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
  
• The employee will spend up to 10 hours standing; walking; bending; stooping and reaching with hands and arms.
  
• The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
  
• Walk-in refrigerated area is extremely cold.
  
• Working around kitchen equipment and tools.
  
• Work in close proximity to others in a collaborative and team-oriented space.
  

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