Dishwasher - Part-Time

Kindred Fare - A Spirited Cookery is a full-service, high volume restaurant located in the heart of the Finger Lakes with a focus on scratch cookery using seasonal & local ingredients. We have been featured in Forbes, Wine Spectator, Eater, and have won "Best Farm to Table Restaurant" four years in a row by The Finger Lakes Times Readers' Choice Awards. We are extremely popular with locals & travelers to our region with positive online reviews and guest feedback. We have a strong beverage focus with cool climate wine & spirits & are highly engaged in the local industry. On Monday nights our culinary team works together to build a three-course themed prix fixe, something our community looks forward to each week. Our open kitchen celebrates the culinary craft & keeps our whole team in sync with the guests. If this sounds like an environment you would like to work in, it’s time we hear from you!

The Lead Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient dish station while overseeing the overall cleanliness of the kitchen. In addition to dishwashing duties, this role helps create and uphold a kitchen-wide cleanliness and sanitation program—including daily, weekly, and deep-cleaning routines. The Lead Dishwasher supports a smooth flow of service and plays a critical role in upholding food safety standards.

This is not an entry-level position. We’re looking for someone with previous back-of-house experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to lead by example.

Job Duties:

• Washes, dries & stocks all wares including pots, pans, flatware, and glasses.
• Correctly places and stores clean equipment, dishes, and utensils in assigned storage areas.
• Stocks serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and other assigned areas with necessary dishes and utensils.
• Waste, compost & recycling management
• Cleans trash receptacles with water or steam.
• General and deep cleaning including all opening and closing sidewalk, daily, weekly and monthly tasks.
• Moves dishwashing supplies and equipment from storage to work areas.
• May assist in cleaning and preparing various foods for cooking and/or serving, as directed.
• Ensures work areas remain safe, clean, and orderly, adhering to all company, local, and state guidelines regarding health safety and sanitation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What we expect from you:

• Availability 1-4 nights a week starting between 2pm - 4pm until closing around 10pm-11pm.
• 2 + years of previous experience in a high-volume setting preferred
• positive attitude
• a keen eye for detail - we need to make sure the dishes & the work space are squeaky clean!
• have strong prioritization & time management skills
• be an active listener & problem solver, communicate effectively with all teammates
• be a professional: remain composed & communicate clearly with your teammates
• we are in an open kitchen environment and “on stage” at all times
• full-time or part-time availability & willingness to be flexible with our team as needed

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of walking or standing
• Must be able to lift, carry and place up to 60 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work nights
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and wipe frequently
• Must frequently immerse hands in water
• Must be able to work in a warm & damp environment

What you can expect from us:

• competitive hourly wage
• health benefits & life insurance
• 401K with employer match (traditional & Roth options)
• shift meals & employee discounts
• flexibility in schedule with advanced notice
• CLOSED for major holidays - go spend time with your family!
• positive, fun work environment
• caring & understanding leaders & teammates - yeah, we’re real people, too!