Terrain Cafe | Westport | Dishwasher
About The Position
Terrain Café is a chef-driven, garden-to-table restaurant that celebrates seasonal ingredients and the art of gathering through thoughtful menus and warm, welcoming spaces rooted in craftsmanship and heartfelt hospitality. We are seeking a hardworking and dependable Dishwasher to join our back-of-house team. This physically demanding role takes place in a fast-paced, temperature-variable environment. The Dishwasher is essential to ensuring that all service ware and kitchen equipment are clean, sanitized, and ready for use—helping maintain a safe, organized, and high-functioning kitchen. Behind the scenes, our Dishwasher plays a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness, efficiency, and rhythm of kitchen operations.
Requirements
- Able to lift up to 50+ lbs. in a fast-paced, physically demanding kitchen setting.
- Able to stand, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
- Comfortable working in hot, wet, and loud environments.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
- Dependable, punctual, and a true team player with a positive attitude.
Nice To Haves
- Flexible availability preferred- may include mornings, evenings, weekends, and select holidays.
Responsibilities
- Operate commercial dish machines and sanitize all dishes, tools, and kitchen equipment.
- Wash, organize, and properly store dishware in designated locations.
- Handle dishes and glassware carefully to avoid breakage.
- Monitor dish machine performance and report issues to kitchen leadership.
- Maintain cleanliness in dish pit, floors, prep stations, and trash/recycling areas.
- Remove trash and recyclables; keep dumpster area clean and tidy.
- Perform deep cleaning tasks such as scrubbing sinks, ovens, and kitchen surfaces.
- Keep cleaning supplies stocked and organized.
- Support the kitchen team by assisting with deliveries, prep work, and general maintenance.
- Stay productive during slower periods by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Take direction from chefs, supervisors, and managers as needed.
Benefits
- Eligible full-time employees enjoy access to URBN’s competitive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) with retirement savings plans
- Learn more: urbn.com/work-with-us/benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
