Dishwasher – Nico’s Little Italy
Nico’s Little Italy is looking for a dependable, hardworking dishwasher to join our kitchen team. This position is essential to keeping the restaurant clean, organized, and running smoothly during service.
We are a busy, family-inspired Italian restaurant with high standards for cleanliness, teamwork, and accountability. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, moves with purpose, and understands that every position contributes to the guest experience.
Responsibilities
- Wash and properly sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment
- Keep the dish area clean, organized, and moving efficiently
- Put clean items away in their correct locations
- Portion pasta accurately as part of the daily kitchen preparation
- Empty trash and maintain clean trash areas
- Sweep, mop, and complete assigned cleaning duties
- Assist with kitchen cleaning and closing responsibilities
- Help unload and organize deliveries when needed
- Communicate with the kitchen team and respond quickly during busy service
- Follow all food-safety, sanitation, and portioning procedures
- Assist with additional basic kitchen tasks when trained and needed
What We’re Looking For
- Dependable and consistently on time
- Able to work quickly without sacrificing cleanliness or accuracy
- Willing to take direction and complete the entire assigned workload
- Positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team
- Comfortable working in a hot, fast-paced kitchen
- Able to stand for extended periods and safely lift and carry up to 30 pounds
- Available to work evenings, weekends, and restaurant holidays
- Prior restaurant experience is helpful but not required
At Nico’s, advancement is based on reliability, effort, and proven performance. Team members who show initiative and master their responsibilities may have opportunities to cross-train in kitchen preparation or other positions.
Nico’s Little Italy is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
To apply, please submit your application and availability. We are especially interested in applicants with dependable evening and weekend availability.
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
