[2025-2026] KIPP NYC Dishwasher, Culinary Team
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Overview:
The Dishwasher reporting directly to the Head Chef of the assigned school site works as part of the KIPP NYC Culinary Team that prepares and serves breakfast lunch and a snack for a school community of students and staff. Experience preferred but we are willing to teach candidates with potential. This position will abide by the strictest standards of physical and food safety freshness and sanitation.
Responsibilities:
General responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Wash pots pans dishes utensils plates and trays during lunch service
- Assist in bussing bins
- Assist in cleaning the kitchen and servery
- Assist in prepping food when needed
- Follow established food safety cleaning and maintenance procedures.
- Maintain assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition.
- Practice proper care and maintenance of all equipment.
- Regular attendance is essential.
- Perform duties as required at special meal functions.
- Knowledge of commercial kitchens and equipment.
- Maintain acceptable standards of personal hygiene and comply with the department dress code.
- Assist in any area of production or service as needed.
Working Conditions:
- Exposure to temperature variations and wet conditions.
- May walk and work on uneven and slick surfaces.
- Requires reaching above and below shoulder height.
- Occasional repetitive hand motion.
- Exposed to heat from ovens steam trays water and dishwashing machines; required to move heavy supplies and full pans of food weighing up to fifty (50) pounds; exposed to high noise levels from kitchen equipment and students at meals; required to wear protective clothing.
Qualifications :
- Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment and a healthy measure of the character traits we value: zest grit hope social intelligence gratitude and a sense of humor.
- Fundamental understanding of sanitation and cleanliness.
- Requires moderate physical effort. Standing carrying bending stretching stooping pulling pushing and lifting weights up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- Must be self-motivated and able to problem solve effectively.
- Modeling KIPP NYCs character strengths in all interactions and communications with students families and staff.
- Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a professional; offer and receive constructive feedback
Additional Information :
Compensation & Benefits:
KIPP NYC offers a competitive hourly rate of $17$19 for the Dishwasher position. Hourly ranges at KIPP NYC are standardized by role level and function and individual rates are determined with an equity lens taking into account years of relevant experience.
KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including but not limited to the following:
- Robust benefits include medical dental and vision.
- Generous time off including 5 school vacation weeks sick and personal days and an extended summer break.
- Up to 12 weeks of 100% parental leave.
- Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder Care.
- Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short-term/Long-term disability.
- Employee incentives include an 8-week paid Sabbatical after 10 years annual professional development funds and tuition reimbursement.
This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.
This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our schools. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY your employment will be subject to review which may include separation from KIPP NYC. You must notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.
KIPP NYC LLC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization.
KIPP NYC LLC is committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City.
KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Restaurant Experience
- Time Management
- Food Service
- Kitchen Experience
- Hospitality Experience
- Serving Experience
- Heavy Lifting
- Sanitation
- Food Production Experience
- Knife Skills
- Meal Preparation
About Company
KIPP Capital Region is a part of a national network of high-performing public Charter Schools committed to creating joyful, academically excellent, and prepared students with the skills, ability, and confidence to pursue their paths to college, career, and beyond. Located in both Al ... View more
