Dishwasher at Washington D.C. - West End

Life Alive•Washington, DC

About The Position

Life Alive is hiring a Dishwasher for its West End location in Washington, D.C. The role is part of the Front of House Non-Service Team. Team members should communicate engagingly, have a genuine interest in the menu, collaborate with the team, focus on guest service, and support Life Alive’s values and mission. The posting describes preparing recipes and stations, communicating product needs, maintaining cleanliness and organization, accommodating guest requests, and meeting food quality and ticket-time standards. Applicants must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet the stated physical demands.

Requirements

  • Engaging communication skills.
  • A genuine passion for and knowledge of the menu offerings.
  • Willingness to assist and collaborate within a team.
  • Strong focus on guest service.
  • Ability to live and share Life Alive’s values and mission.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to reach and grasp overhead.
  • Ability to lift and carry items weighing 50+ lbs.
  • Ability to stand for 8+ hours per day.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare recipes according to standard procedures.
  • Stock and prepare stations for service.
  • Communicate product needs to back-of-house staff and managers on duty.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the station.
  • Accommodate guest-specific requests and modifications.
  • Ensure high-quality ingredients and standard food preparation.
  • Achieve a ticket-time goal of 6 minutes or less.

Benefits

  • 70% meal discount.
  • Free and discounted yoga.
  • Free mental health support for full-time employees.
  • 401(k) with a vesting match.
  • Health insurance, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees.
  • Transportation benefits.
  • Education and professional development opportunities, including culinary training, superfood education, wellness lifestyle, resume building, and community engagement.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • PTO/vacation time for full-time employees.
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