What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dishwasher position at Recipe Philly?
Recipe Philly is a first-of-its-kind restaurant: a full-service dining experience built on the principles of Heirloom Hospitality. Every dish on our menu comes from a real family recipe, surfaced through a citywide competition and accompanying TV series. The food here means something. So does the team that serves it.
We're looking for a dependable Dishwasher (we call this position Sanitarian) to keep our kitchen clean, safe, and moving. This role is the backbone of daily operations. You'll touch every corner of the kitchen: the dishwashing machine, the three-compartment sink, the floors, the walk-in, the receiving dock. If something is dirty, you handle it. If something is out of place, you fix it.
No experience required. A serious attitude toward cleanliness and a willingness to do the work the right way, every time, is what we're after.
What you'll do
- Wash, sanitize, and properly store all service ware, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils using the dishwashing machine and three-compartment sink
- Restock clean serviceware to designated locations throughout each shift
- Sweep, mop, and maintain all kitchen floors on a regular schedule
- Remove trash and recyclables and sort them into the correct disposal containers
- Break down cardboard boxes from deliveries and route them to recycling
- Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries: rotating stock using FIFO, dating everything, and getting chilled and frozen items put away first
- Keep the walk-in cooler and dry storage areas organized and labeled at all times
- Run mop heads through the dishwashing machine at end of shift, then hang to dry
- Maintain personal hygiene and appearance standards, including a clean uniform and proper hair covering
What we're looking for
- No prior experience required; kitchen experience is a plus
- Reliable, punctual, and takes pride in the quality of your work
- Comfortable on your feet for extended periods and able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Available for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- A team-first attitude; you understand that a clean kitchen keeps everyone safer and faster
What we offer
- Competitive hourly wage (based on experience)
- Free staff meals
- A clean, well-equipped kitchen with professional-grade tools and real systems in place
- Growth opportunities as the restaurant scales
- A team that respects every role in the building
Recipe Philly opens August 2026 at Broad and Arch in Philadelphia. We're a state-of-the-art green kitchen and a genuinely original concept in the city. If you want to be part of a team that's building something real, we'd like to hear from you.