Dishwasher

Busboys and Poets is a unique and dynamic establishment that operates as a restaurant, bar, bookstore, event space, and community hub committed to uplifting racial and cultural connections. This multi-concept business is spread across eight vibrant locations in the Washington DC metropolitan area, including neighborhoods such as 14th & V, 450K, Anacostia, Brookland, Columbia, Hyattsville, Shirlington, and Takoma. With plans for further expansion, Busboys and Poets continues to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where art, culture, and politics intentionally collide to inspire social change and positively transform the community and the world. Through this innovative concept, customers can take a deliberate pause to feed their mind, body, and soul while engaging in meaningful conversations and experiences.

The position available is for a Dishwasher within Busboys and Poets. This role is integral to the smooth operation of the kitchen and overall establishment. A Dishwasher will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of kitchen work areas, utensils, and equipment, ensuring the highest standards of sanitation and efficiency. Working closely with the kitchen and service teams, the Dishwasher plays a vital support role in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and guest-centric environment. This job is ideal for someone who is passionate about hospitality, enjoys working in a diverse and inclusive workspace where authenticity is celebrated, and is eager to grow both personally and professionally. The employment type is variable hourly, with a competitive pay rate of $17.50 per hour.

Busboys and Poets provides a range of comprehensive company benefits to support the health and well-being of its employees. These benefits include multiple health insurance options, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, company-paid life insurance, and pet insurance among others. Beyond benefits, the company deeply values creating a supportive employee culture featuring raffles, anniversary boxes, a dedicated online employee forum, and various communication channels including blogs and podcasts that keep staff engaged and informed. The establishment strongly advocates for career growth, with over 60% of managerial employees having been promoted from within the organization. This fosters an environment where long-term career development is supported and celebrated.

This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to bend, twist, lift heavy objects, and stand for extended periods, along with the capability to handle various tools and equipment required for kitchen maintenance. Candidates who are collaborative, reliable, and committed to following sanitation protocols will find this role rewarding. Working at Busboys and Poets means joining a workplace that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion with a workforce that reflects varied cultural, ethnic, and gender backgrounds allowing all employees to truly be themselves while contributing to a larger social mission.