The Dishwasher Associate provides essential behind-the-scenes support to our production team by keeping the dish room clean, organized, and running smoothly. This role ensures dishes, utensils, and equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized while supporting quality assurance processes and helping Big Spoon Roasters maintain our high standards for quality, consistency, food safety, and craftsmanship. About Big Spoon Roasters Big Spoon Roasters makes handcrafted nut butters and snack bars from scratch with world-class ingredients sourced directly from local and like-minded producers who share our dedication to authentic quality and sustainability. We believe that our food choices matter, and our mission is to build a healthier relationship with our planet through delicious, nutritious foods made without compromise. We are a living wage certified employer and seek to engage and develop people who believe in what we do.
Description Dishwasher Associate Reports to:
Production Manager Classification:
Part Time, Hourly (Monday - Friday 12-4 pm)
Location:
500 Meadowlands Drive, Hillsborough, NC 27278 ABOUT
BIG SPOON ROASTERS
Big Spoon Roasters makes handcrafted nut butters and snack bars from scratch in Hillsborough, NC. Working with only the best possible ingredients sourced directly from local and like-minded producers, we have a mission to build a healthier relationship with our planet through delicious, nutritious foods made without compromise. The Big Picture (Job Summary) Provides behind-the-scenes support to production by maintaining an organized and sanitary dish room ensuring all dishes and utensils are cleaned properly. How You'll Contribute (Responsibilities) Wash, rinse, sanitize, and store dishes, utensils, and production equipment Restock clean, dry dishes and wares to appropriate storage areas Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dish room Assist with other general cleaning tasks (floors, surfaces, recycling, trash, etc.) Support the production team with basic cleaning and sanitation tasks as needed Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines Help maintain a safe and efficient work environment Support quality assurance processes, ensuring products meet Big Spoon's high standards for quality, consistency, safety, and craftsmanship. Perform other related duties as assigned What We're Looking For (Desired Attributes) Genuine excitement about the Big Spoon Roasters brand, values, and mission Ability to listen, learn, and follow verbal and written instructions Strong attention to detail, reliability, and punctuality Integrity, kindness, and respect for teammates A positive, can-do attitude in a fast-paced, hands-on environment A collaborative team player who happily jumps in to support others when priorities shift Comfortable working in a facility that processes peanuts and tree nuts, with a strong commitment to following strict allergen and food safety guidelines—because keeping people safe always comes first Exceptionally clean personal hygiene Reliable transportation Comfortable standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs Perks That Set Us Apart Hourly wage starting at $17.00 One 13oz jar of Big Spoon Roasters nut butter per 35-40 hours worked Delicious coffee, Big Spoon swag, and healthy snacks Big Spoon Roasters provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Salary $17 - $17 per hour
