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PART-TIME PM DISHWASHER
PEWA by Pono Potions | Honolulu, HI
Part-Time | Evening Shifts | $18–$21/hour DOE
PEWA by Pono Potions is looking for a dependable and hardworking Part-Time PM Dishwasher to join our evening kitchen team.
Located in Honolulu’s Chinatown, PEWA is a locally owned restaurant and cocktail bar from the team behind Pono Potions. We’re a busy, growing restaurant with a close-knit team, and we’re looking for someone who takes pride in keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and moving smoothly.
The dishwasher is an important part of our kitchen team. During busy dinner service, we need someone who can work quickly, stay organized, and keep dishes, cookware, glassware, and equipment flowing without sacrificing cleanliness.
THE POSITION
This position is specifically for our PM/dinner team and is ideal for someone looking for consistent part-time evening work.
Evening and weekend availability is required.
Typical responsibilities include maintaining the dish station throughout dinner service, assisting with kitchen cleanliness, and helping the team complete closing duties at the end of the night.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Wash and sanitize dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Keep clean dishes organized and returned to their proper locations
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized dish area throughout service
- Empty trash and recycling as needed
- Sweep, mop, and assist with general kitchen cleaning
- Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment, floors, and work areas during closing
- Properly handle cleaning chemicals and follow sanitation procedures
- Help with light kitchen tasks or basic prep when needed and time allows
- Communicate with cooks and managers to keep the kitchen running smoothly
- Jump in and help the team during busy services — we all work together at PEWA
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Dependable and punctual
- Hardworking with a strong sense of urgency
- Able to stay organized during busy dinner rushes
- Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Evening and weekend availability
- Previous restaurant or dishwashing experience is helpful but not required
- Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift up to 50 lbs.
- Willingness to learn — we're happy to train the right person
COMPENSATION & PERKS
$18–$21 per hour, depending on experience
Team members also receive:
- Employee meals during qualifying shifts
- Employee discounts at PEWA and Pono Potions concepts
- Paid sick leave in accordance with company policy
- Opportunities to pick up additional hours
- Opportunities to learn prep and kitchen skills for employees interested in eventually moving into a cook position
- A supportive, locally owned work environment where hard work is noticed and appreciated
ABOUT PEWA
PEWA is part of the Pono Potions family of businesses, which includes Pono Potions artisan syrups and Pōʻai by Pono Potions.
Located in the heart of Chinatown, PEWA is a full-service restaurant and cocktail bar serving thoughtfully prepared food and drinks in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Our nights range from neighborhood dinner service to large parties, private events, and busy Hawaiʻi Theatre nights.
We're building a kitchen team based on reliability, teamwork, respect, cleanliness, and consistency. You don't need years of restaurant experience to work with us — but you do need to show up, work hard, and care about doing your job well.
If you're dependable, like staying busy, and want to work with a good local team, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply: Send your résumé or a brief description of your work experience along with your evening/weekend availability.
PEWA by Pono Potions
Honolulu, Hawaiʻi
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Expected hours: 14.0 – 20.0 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $21