Dishwasher/Food Prep

1 day ago


Albany, California, United States Kitava Full time

Kitava is looking for a talented and experienced Prep Cook/Dishwasher to join our location in Albany Become a better prep cook and dishwasher, work closely with a skilled and experienced team, and have fun along the way

The dishwasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen by ensuring all dishes, utensils, cookware, and equipment are properly cleaned, sanitized, and stored. This role supports smooth kitchen operations by keeping essential tools available for cooks and servers.

Dishwashing & Cleaning

  • Wash and sanitize dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen tools according to health and safety standards.
  • Operate dishwashing machines and perform manual hand-washing when needed.
  • Change dishwater and sanitation solutions regularly to maintain proper cleaning quality.
  • Inspect dishes before storing to ensure they are completely clean and free of residue.

Organization & Storage

  • Sort and stack clean dishes appropriately in designated storage areas.
  • Ensure pots, pans, and equipment are returned to the correct locations to support kitchen workflow.
  • Maintain clean and organized dish storage racks, shelves, and workstations.

Kitchen Support

  • Assist kitchen staff by providing clean cookware during busy service periods.
  • Empty trash and recycling bins as needed and replace liners.
  • Sweep and mop kitchen floors, including dish area, to maintain cleanliness and safety.
  • Clean and maintain dishwashing equipment, reporting any malfunctions to management.

Sanitation & Safety

  • Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene guidelines (e.g., proper use of sanitizing chemicals).
  • Maintain a safe, clutter-free work area to prevent accidents or contamination.
  • Properly dispose of food waste and follow recycling procedures.
  • Report any safety hazards or broken items immediately.

Teamwork & Communication

  • Coordinate with cooks, servers, and other staff to ensure dishes and tools are available when needed.
  • Communicate any shortages of cleaning supplies or dishware to supervisors.
  • Support general kitchen cleaning tasks as assigned by chefs or managers.

Perks:

  • Convenient location
  • Develop your skills working with our chefs
  • Have fun cooking new ingredients in unique and healthy ways
  • Be part of a young and growing food company
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement, based on performance
  • Free healthy meals daily
  • Competitive pay
  • Commuter Benefit

Requirements:

  • Familiar with common culinary terms and techniques
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
  • Stays calm and organized under pressure
  • Solid knife skills and taste memory
  • Legally able to work in the US
  • Positive get-it-done attitude
  • Ability to lift 50lbs

Preferred:

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) speakers preferred
  • Experience with global cuisines and American classics
  • Familiarity with gluten-free, vegan/vegetarian, and paleo cooking

Compensation:

  • Competitive pay, based on experience
  • Starting at $17-18/hr

Kitava busca un ayudante de cocina/lavaplatos talent y con experiencia para unirse a nuestro equipo en Albany Mejora tus habilidades como cocinero de preparación y lavaplatos, trabaja en equipo con un grupo de profesionales experimentados y disfruta del proceso.

El lavaplatos es responsable de mantener la limpieza e higiene en la cocina, asegurando que todos los platos, utensilios, ollas y demás equipos estén limpios, desinfectados y guardados correctamente. Este puesto contribuye al buen funcionamiento de la cocina al mantener las herramientas esenciales disponibles para cocineros y meseros.

Roles y responsabilidades:

Lavado de vajilla y limpieza 1. Lavar y desinfectar platos, vasos, utensilios, ollas, sartenes y demás herramientas de cocina según las normas de higiene y seguridad. Operar el lavavajillas y lavar a mano cuando sea necesario. 2. Cambiar el agua y la solución desinfectante regularmente para mantener una limpieza óptima. Inspeccionar la vajilla antes de guardarla para asegurar que esté completamente limpia y sin residuos. Organización y almacenamiento 3. Clasificar y apilar la vajilla limpia correctamente en las áreas de almacenamiento designadas. Asegurarse de que las ollas, sartenes y demás utensilios se devuelvan a su lugar para facilitar el flujo de trabajo en la cocina.Mantener limpios y organizados los estantes, anaqueles y áreas de trabajo para el almacenamiento de vajilla. Apoyo en la cocina 4. Ayudar al personal de cocina proporcionándoles utensilios limpios durante las horas punta. Vaciar los contenedores de basura y reciclaje cuando sea necesario y cambiar las bolsas. Barrer y fregar los pisos de la cocina, incluyendo el área de lavado de platos, para mantener la limpieza y la seguridad. Limpiar y mantener el lavavajillas, informando a la gerencia sobre cualquier mal funcionamiento. Seguridad e higiene 5. Siga todas las normas de seguridad alimentaria, higiene y saneamiento (por ejemplo, el uso adecuado de productos químicos desinfectantes). Mantenga su área de trabajo segura y ordenada para prevenir accidentes o contaminación. Deseche correctamente los residuos de alimentos y siga los procedimientos de reciclaje.

  • Ventajas:
  • Ubicación conveniente
  • Desarrolle sus habilidades trabajando con nuestros chefs
  • Diviértete cocinando nuevos ingredientes de formas únicas y saludables.
  • Forma parte de una empresa alimentaria joven y en crecimiento
  • Oportunidades de crecimiento y avance, basadas en el desempeño
  • Comidas saludables gratis todos los días
  • Pago competitivo
  • Beneficio para viajeros

Requerimientos:.

  • Cómodo en un entorno acelerado
  • Se mantiene tranquilo y organizado bajo presión
  • Legalmente capaz de trabajar en los EE. UU.
  • Actitud positiva para lograrlo
  • Capacidad para levantar 50 libras

Privilegiado:

  • Se prefieren hablantes bilingües (inglés / español)
  • Experiencia con cocinas globales y clásicos estadounidenses.
  • Familiaridad con la cocina sin gluten, vegana / vegetariana y paleo.

Compensación:

  • Pago competitivo, basado en la experiencia
  • Desde $ 17-18 / hr

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $ $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid sick time

Shift availability:

  • Night Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Albany, CA Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Albany, CA 94706: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person


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