Dishwasher/Prep Cook

Now Hiring: Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep

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The MODERN Kitchen + Bar - Long Beach, CA
-Starting at $18/hr
-3-4 days/week (18-24 hours/week)
-Core schedule: Wednesday-Friday, 11:30 AM - CLOSE
-Additional hours may be available for weekend catering events
-Restaurant Hours: Mon-Tue: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM | Wed-Fri: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM

We are a small, family-owned and operated restaurant with a tight-knit team that values respect, hard work, and team unity. We’re currently hiring a

Dishwasher / Kitchen Prep team member to support both the prep and service side of our kitchen. This role is hands-on - it includes dishwashing and food prep, sandwich/salad station setup, knife work, and general kitchen assistance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Dishwashing & Sanitation:
  
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
  
• Clean, maintain, and unload the dish machine
  
• Take out trash and maintain a clean BOH (sweep, mop, wipe down surfaces, etc.)
  
• Perform deep-cleaning and maintenance tasks as needed
  
• Comply with all health, hygiene, and safety regulations
  
• Familiar with general kitchen equipment and appliances
  
• Clean food prep stations and equipment
  
• Ensure kitchen equipment and appliances are ready for use
  
• Good understanding of ingredients, recipes, kitchen safety and hygiene
  
• Food Prep & Kitchen Assistance:
  
• Wash, chop, and prepare ingredients: vegetables, meat, cheese, etc.
  

Assist in making menu items such as sandwiches, salads, breakfast dishes, and baked goods (see our menu under the To Go* tab on our website: www.themodernkitchenandbar.com)

• Set up and break down stations; follow recipes and plating instructions accurately
  
• Portion control and minimize food waste to keep costs in line
  
• Restock, rotate, and properly store food and ingredients
  
• Ensure quality, freshness, and food safety in all prep and service tasks
  
• Assist in transporting prepped items daily from our 3rd-floor prep kitchen to our 1st-floor service kitchen
  
• Support kitchen during regular hours and catering events as needed
  
• Experience:
  
• 1-3 years restaurant or kitchen experience preferred
  
• Solid knife skills and understanding of prep/cooking techniques
  
• Working knowledge of food safety and sanitation
  
• Qualities:
  
• Hardworking, honest, reliable, and team-oriented
  
• Takes direction well, communicates respectfully, and stays calm under pressure
  
• Able to multitask efficiently and maintain a clean, organized station
  
• Comfortable with slow and fast-paced environments, shifting tasks and keeping busy.
  
• Physical Requirements:
  
• Able to stand for 8+ hours
  
• Lift/carry up to 50 lbs
  
• Comfortable bending, stretching, reaching, stooping and moving quickly throughout shift
  
• Additional:
  
• Valid Food Handlers Card/Certificate required
  
• No drugs, no alcohol, no egos, and limited phone use during shifts
  
• Drama-free, positive attitude a must - GOOD VIBES ONLY
  

We’re not just looking for someone to punch in and out - we want someone who takes pride in their work and is ready to be part of a tight, respectful, and high-performing team.

Serious inquiries only.

If you're just applying to meet unemployment requirements, please don’t waste our time.

If you're ready to show up, work hard, and be part of something real - we’d love to meet you.

To apply, please email me telling me about yourself and attach your resume: hello@greenappleevent.com. You can also drop off your resume with a cover letter telling me about yourself in person (as long as it is not between the hours of 11 am - 2 pm).

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 18 - 24 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
  

Work Location: In person