About us

Zest is an all day American Café serving fresh, organically driven food, juice and coffee with an elevated wine and cocktail program in an elegant yet understated environment. Zest believes that healthy, simple living is good living and is driven to share that belief and experience with their community.

Zest Café is a small business in Dallas, TX. We are professional, customer-centric and fun.

Our work environment includes:

• Relaxed atmosphere
• Flexible working hours
• On-the-job training

Job Description

We are looking for a Dishwasher to join our kitchen staff and maintain cleanliness around our restaurant.

Dishwasher responsibilities include collecting used dishes, plates, and utensils, loading washing machines, and stacking washed items appropriately. If you want to kickstart your career in the restaurant industry and be part of the behind-the-scenes operations, we’d like to meet you. Note that this role requires working in shifts and, occasionally, during evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Collect used kitchenware from dining and kitchen areas

• Load and unload dishwashing machines

• Wash specific items by hand

• Store clean dishes, glasses, and equipment appropriately

• Set up workstations before meal prep begins

• Ensure there are always enough clean dishes, glasses, and utensils, especially during peak hours

• Maintain cleaning supplies stock (e.g. detergents) and place orders when necessary

• Check washing machines’ operation and promptly report any technical/performance issues

• Remove garbage regularly

• Sanitize the kitchen area, including the floor

Requirements

• Tip pool or otherwise share their tips with other employees

• Ability to follow instructions and help with various tasks, as needed

• Time management skills

• Attention to detail and sanitation rules

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Restaurant experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person