Job Overview Tarantelli's is seeking an energetic, reliable, and detail-oriented Dishwasher / Kitchen Steward to join our back-of-house team. In a high-volume, upscale Italian restaurant, the dish station is the heartbeat of our kitchen operations. You will ensure our culinary and service teams have spotless cookware, prep equipment, glassware, and plateware to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Key Responsibilities Dish & Equipment Sanitation:

Operate the commercial dish machine, maintain proper chemical/temperature levels, and hand-wash specialty items, heavy cookware, and sauté pans efficiently.

Organization & Staging:

Sort, stack, and return clean china, glassware, flatware, and cooking vessels to their proper line stations and storage areas quickly and carefully to minimize breakage.

Kitchen Maintenance & Cleanliness:

Keep the dish pit, prep areas, walk-ins, and BOH floors clean, dry, and organized. Take out trash, recycling, and linens, breaking down boxes as needed.

Prep & BOH Support:

Assist kitchen line and prep cooks with basic prep tasks, restocking, or general cleaning during down times and closing shifts.

Safety & Sanitation:

Adhere to all health code standards, food safety practices, and kitchen safety protocols. Qualifications Previous experience in a high-volume restaurant dish pit or kitchen preferred, but motivated candidates willing to learn are welcome. Ability to work efficiently, stay calm, and maintain pace in a fast-paced dinner service environment. Strong team-first attitude, punctuality, and reliable transportation. Flexibility to work evening shifts, weekends, and holidays. Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (6-8 hours). Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver up to 50 lbs (e.g., bus tubs, trash cans, cases of product). Comfort working in a warm, humid environment near commercial washing equipment. Perks & Benefits Competitive hourly pay (based on experience) + employee dining discounts. Positive, supportive team culture with growth opportunities into prep and line cook roles. Consistent scheduling in a premier downtown dining destination.

Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person