Dishwasher

The hiring establishment is a bustling cafe environment known for its commitment to delivering exceptional experiences to local patrons. This cafe prides itself on maintaining a high standard of service and cleanliness that aligns with premium food hygiene regulations. As a vibrant and dynamic hospitality venue, it operates with a diverse team of dedicated front of house and back of house staff who work cohesively to ensure smooth daily operations and rapid table turnover. The cafe fosters a supportive team atmosphere emphasizing communication, cooperation, and collective success in meeting operational goals such as a minimum check average of $30 per person and an average table turn time of 30 minutes. This collaborative culture encourages employees to take ownership of their roles while contributing positively to the overall workplace environment.

The role available is that of a Kitchen Porter, a vital position positioned predominantly in the back of house. The Kitchen Porter is responsible for undertaking a wide range of kitchen duties essential to the efficient functioning of the establishment. This includes performing straightforward manual tasks such as washing pots, pans, cutlery, crockery, glasses, and traps, as well as maintaining the cleanliness and organization of working areas and cleaning equipment storage spaces. Additionally, the Kitchen Porter supports operational readiness by ensuring the store is prepped with the necessary tools and that cleaning stations are ready to swiftly turn tables, thereby aiding the kitchen in meeting ticket times.

Beyond the back of house duties, the Kitchen Porter plays a supportive front of house role during downtime by assisting in clearing dishes from server stations. The position demands fast, efficient, and thorough cleaning of all cooking and eating utensils to sustain high table turnover rates. The Kitchen Porter also contributes to maintaining beautiful and hygienic spaces by sweeping and mopping kitchen floors, cleaning garbage cans and waste barrels, washing worktables, walls, and refrigerators, and operating the dishwashing machine adhering to standard operating procedures.

Additionally, the role requires the handling of food and kitchen deliveries through receiving and unpacking. The Kitchen Porter must consistently follow all procedures to comply with established food hygiene standards, contributing to the premium quality product offering. Strong communication skills are crucial for this position as the Kitchen Porter interacts with both back of house and front of house teams to ensure a seamless customer experience.

The working environment is fast-paced and high-volume, characterized by the presence of kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, dishwashers, slicers, coffee machines, steamers, mixers, and chef’s knives. The Kitchen Porter will frequently be exposed to heat, steam, fire, and noise, and must be able to perform physical tasks including standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, and performing movements such as reaching, bending, kneeling, stooping, climbing, pushing, and pulling. Manual dexterity along with auditory and visual skills are required to respond effectively to written and oral instructions.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals who possess a minimum of one year’s experience in a high-volume cafe environment, display great attention to detail, and thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure settings. Certification such as Department of Health accreditation or Safe Serve certification is recommended but not mandatory. The cafe values team players who can contribute positively to the workplace environment, maintain grooming and uniform standards, and take pride in providing a premium customer experience. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill the essential functions of this role.