Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $15.00
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Higher hourly wages on Sundays and federal holidays
Comprehensive benefit package including health insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
HSA contributions for eligible health plans
Paid Time Off
sabbatical program
30% Swamp discount
Employee assistance program
Discounted bike share program

Job Description

Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery is a mission-driven establishment dedicated to supporting local farmers and food artisans by creating a vibrant and sustainable food community. This innovative business operates both as a cafe and a grocery, focusing on presenting fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients to its customers. Serving as a showcase for over 300 local producers, Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery creates an environment where the community can easily connect with the source of their food, fostering a deeper appreciation for the local food system. With a commitment to sustainability, justice, and the promotion of local businesses, the company has built a reputation as a beloved community space that celebrates good food and shared experiences.

The Dishwasher role at Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery is a vital position within this dynamic and fast-paced environment. This role is essential in maintaining the highest standard of cleanliness and sanitation, which directly contributes to the overall customer experience. As the behind-the-scenes hero, the Dishwasher ensures that all dishes, kitchen tools, and equipment are spotless and ready for use, thus supporting the efficiency and smooth operations of the kitchen and cafe areas. The work involves much more than just washing dishes; it includes maintaining the cleanliness of dishwashing and storage areas, handling waste responsibly through trash, compost, and recycling systems, and supporting the kitchen and cafe teams with transporting dirty dishes and putting clean items in their proper place.

Working at Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery offers more than just a job; it provides an opportunity to be part of a community that values passion for local food and excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will have a positive, enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to work both independently and collaboratively. This role requires someone who pays great attention to detail, is highly organized, and can juggle multiple priorities efficiently. At Swamp Rabbit, customer service is rooted in cleanliness, and as a dishwasher, you play a critical role in upholding those high standards.

The position requires availability for weekend and evening shifts, making it a suitable role for individuals seeking flexible hours. Moreover, Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery offers competitive compensation, with higher hourly wages on Sundays and federal holidays, reflecting the value placed on the team’s work. For full-time employees, a comprehensive benefits package is available, including health, dental, and vision insurance, health savings account contributions, paid time off, and access to a sabbatical program. Employees also enjoy other perks such as a 30% discount, an Employee Assistance Program, and participation in a discounted bike share program.

Joining Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery means becoming part of a mission-driven team that is passionate about making a meaningful impact on the local food system while working in a supportive and enjoyable environment. The Dishwasher role is not just about cleaning but about contributing to a greater vision of community, sustainability, and excellent food service. If you find satisfaction in transforming a pile of dirty dishes into sparkling perfection and want to be part of a company that cares about people, local food, and community, Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery might just be the perfect place for you.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 16 years of age or older
  • must be available on the weekends and PM shifts

Job Qualifications

  • Must possess a passion for local food and an interest in telling the story behind it
  • must conduct oneself in an honest, professional and respectful manner at all times
  • must possess a love of people, interact with people well, and possess a desire for excellent customer service
  • able to take direction, work independently, and as a member of a team, and able to create working relationships
  • must be highly motivated, hard working, and possess a positive, enthusiastic attitude
  • must pay attention to details, be organized, and able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously

Job Duties

  • Responsible for washing cafe and kitchen dishes following sanitation guidelines
  • keeping the dishwashing and storage areas clean
  • sweeps, takes out trash, compost and recycling throughout the day
  • performs additional cleaning tasks such as deep cleaning, wiping walls and scrubbing dish station
  • assists kitchen and cafe in the transportation of dirty dishes to the dish room
  • puts clean dishes back in their designated place in the appropriate department

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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