Dishwasher, Culinary Team

Position Overview:

The Dishwasher is an important member of KIPP NYC's Culinary Team, helping to ensure the kitchen operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all food safety and sanitation standards.

Reporting to the Head Chef, this role supports daily meal service by maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, washing dishes and equipment, assisting with food preparation, and contributing to a positive team environment. While previous commercial kitchen experience is preferred, we welcome candidates who are eager to learn, take pride in their work, and are committed to supporting students through high-quality food service.

This role requires a dependable, hardworking individual who values teamwork, maintains high standards of cleanliness and safety, and helps create an environment where students can enjoy healthy, delicious meals every day.

This is a full-time, in-person position requiring on-site work five days per week. The role is based at one of our KIPP NYC campuses across the Bronx, Brooklyn, or Manhattan. Your primary work location will be determined by your leadership team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

General responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Kitchen Operations

• Wash and sanitize pots, pans, dishes, utensils, trays, serving equipment, and kitchen tools throughout meal service.

• Assist with bussing trays, bins, and dish return stations during breakfast and lunch service.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, dishwashing area, and servery.

• Support food preparation activities as directed by the Head Chef or culinary staff.

• Assist with meal service, kitchen setup, and cleanup as needed.

• Support special meal functions, events, and additional food service activities.

Food Safety & Sanitation

• Follow all Department of Health (DOH), USDA, HACCP, and KIPP NYC food safety, sanitation, and cleaning procedures.

• Maintain assigned workstations in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition.

• Properly clean, store, and care for kitchen equipment and supplies.

• Maintain acceptable standards of personal hygiene and adhere to department dress code requirements.

• Immediately report equipment issues or safety concerns to the Head Chef.

Team Support

• Work collaboratively with the culinary team to ensure efficient kitchen operations and high-quality meal service.

• Assist in other areas of food production or service based on operational needs.

• Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and a commitment to outstanding customer service.

• Maintain regular and dependable attendance.

Working Conditions

• Regular exposure to temperature variations, moisture, steam, and wet working conditions.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, and repetitive hand motions.

• Ability to lift and move supplies, equipment, and food items weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Exposure to heat from ovens, steam tables, dishwashing equipment, and kitchen appliances.

• Exposure to moderate to high noise levels during meal service.

• Required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment and follow all kitchen safety procedures.