Overview

As part of our kitchen crew, the Dishwasher keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. From keeping dishware and cookware sparkling clean to helping maintain a safe, organized, and efficient kitchen, this role is essential to the daily success of The Buttery. 

It’s hands-on, fast-paced work that makes a big impact. If you’re someone who takes pride in a job well done, enjoys being part of a hardworking team, and thrives in a lively, supportive environment, we’d love to have you join our team! 

Responsibilities

Dishwashing & Sanitation

• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment using industrial dishwashing machines or manual methods. 
• Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen and dishwashing areas, including floors, sinks, and counters. 
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in all cleaning and sanitation tasks. 

Utility & Maintenance

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all kitchen, storage, and service areas, including routine trash, recycling, and compost removal, reporting any issues to management. 
• Support kitchen operations by restocking clean items, assisting with prep, and jumping in where needed. 
• Help with general upkeep of interior and exterior areas, including cleaning floors, surfaces, and shared spaces. 

General Support

• Support organization and maintenance of kitchen inventory, cold storage, and dry goods, ensuring items are properly labeled, stored, and stocked. 
• Assist with setting up and breaking down kitchen stations and equipment at the beginning and end of shifts. 
• Handle cleaning supplies with care, ensuring proper storage and safe usage at all times.

Qualifications

• Reliable, hard-working, and able to handle physically demanding tasks (including lifting up to 50 lbs.) in a fast-paced environment. 
• Team player with a positive attitude, flexible availability, and a willingness to support various kitchen and utility tasks as needed. 
• Previous experience is a plus, but not required-on-the-job training is provided for candidates eager to learn and work independently.

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement as our cafe continues to expand. 
• Dynamic Work Environment: Work in a fun, supportive, and dynamic environment where we take our work seriously but have fun while we do it. 
• Employee Benefits: 401k, PTO, Sick Time, Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance, Food/Beverage Discounts and more! 

About Us

We believe in more than just serving exceptional food and drink- we believe in fostering a community where great people, comfort, and quality converge. 

The Buttery is many things: 

• a great local eatery 
• the village bakery & patisserie 
• an exceptional specialty coffee shop 
• all wrapped in a unique retail environment 

We are a communal gathering place that fosters care and warmth through great hospitality in our customers' lives. But most importantly, we are a collective of people coming together with a shared goal of building a healthy business through creating exceptional food and providing wonderful experiences.