Dishwasher

POSITION: Dishwasher - Retail Cafe - Miller Ave CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Café General Manager COMPENSATION: $18.00/HOUR About Equator In 1995, Equator Founders Helen Russell and Brooke McDonnell began their values-driven path, roasting coffee in a Marin County, CA garage. Possessing an obsessive commitment to green coffee sourcing and unparalleled roasting expertise, Equator has committed over 30 years to sustainable and fair trade coffee practices all in the name of creating a remarkable coffee experience for consumers. Today, Equator Coffees is a retail and wholesale coffee roaster and coffee farm owner with twelve retail cafes throughout California—from Marin County to San Francisco to Oakland to Los Angeles and beyond. Throughout the years, Equator Coffees has spearheaded industry-leading sourcing and roasting practices, and has forged progressive partnerships with Michelin-starred chefs, specialty grocers, tech campuses, and more. Women-owned, LGBTQ-founded, and an early adopter of Fair Trade and Regenerative Organic certifications, Equator Coffees is the first California coffee roaster to achieve B Corp Certification. Position Summary The Dishwasher plays a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment. The ideal candidate shows up on time, works collaboratively with the kitchen team, and consistently follows all sanitation, safety, and health protocols. This role supports overall café operations by ensuring dishware, utensils, and kitchen areas remain clean, organized, and ready for service. Key Responsibilities Wash Dishes by hand or machineSweep and mop dining room, patio and kitchenTake out the trash, empty and clean receptaclesClean dish storageClean spills or broken glassware immediatelyCheck juices, milk, water and ice machineHelp unload trucks and stock suppliesAids prep cook and other kitchen staff as needed, especially during peak timesAlways follows sanitation policies Qualifications and Requirements No experience required (we’re willing to train)Has a sense of urgency with helping customersAbility to work well with others and be hospitable with guestsGood time management skillsHas the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing multiple prioritiesHigh school diploma or GED preferredMust maintain current state-issued Food Handler CardMust be 16 years of age or older Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear. The employee frequently has to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee also must use hands to handle, feel, and reach. Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for periods of up to 4 hours in length. Required to frequently wash hands and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a kitchen and may be working near co-workers. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Hazards may include, but are not limited to, cuts, slipping, and tripping. Compensation Available to all employeesCommuter Benefits - pre-tax parking and transitEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) - Physical and mental health, financial and legal coaching available at no cost to the employee Free mental health app subscriptionEmployee discount on merchandise, coffee gear, and at Equator cafesContinuing coffee education classesFree coffeePaid Time Off for voting on Election DayAfter 60 days as an employee at EquatorHealthcare Benefits (for full-time employees working over 30 hours per week)100% employer-covered premium medical insurance Voluntary Insurance Plans - dental, vision, long-term disability, and supplementary life insuranceEmployer covered life insurance premiumFlexible Spending Account (FSA) - healthcare and daily dependent careAfter 90 days as an employee at EquatorHoliday Pay after 90 days of employment. Eight Equator-observed holidays per year Paid Time Off with tenured increases for full-time employees1 paid volunteer day per year After six months as an employee at Equator401K with up to a 4% company match on employee contributions Compensation Will Be Commensurate With Experience. We’d love it if you used the video answer feature for our screening questions. It’s a great way for us to get a better sense of your experience and how comfortable you are talking about it. Plus, it helps us see your personality and passion for the role! This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Job responsibilities can change according to the operational needs of the business. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. Equator Coffees is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, and discharge will be based on competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.