Dishwasher

Join a Growing, High-Performing Restaurant Group

About Us:
Fia is a contemporary, upscale restaurant in the heart of Santa Monica, offering a vibrant menu with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional dining experiences in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. We are looking for a reliable, hardworking, and motivated Dishwasher to join our kitchen team and help maintain the cleanliness, organization, and efficiency that support our high standards of hospitality.

Position Overview:
As a Dishwasher at Fia, you will play an essential role in supporting daily kitchen operations by ensuring all dishes, glassware, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized. You will work closely with our culinary team to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen while helping ensure smooth and efficient service. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.

• Operate and maintain commercial dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently.

• Keep dishwashing stations, kitchen floors, work surfaces, and surrounding areas clean and organized.

• Ensure clean dishes, cookware, and utensils are consistently available to support kitchen and dining room operations.

• Properly handle and dispose of trash, recycling, and food waste according to restaurant procedures.

• Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment, storage areas, and other designated spaces.

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.

• Properly use and store cleaning chemicals and supplies in accordance with safety guidelines.

• Assist with receiving deliveries, organizing supplies, and basic kitchen preparation tasks as needed.

• Support opening and closing duties, including thorough cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen areas.

• Work efficiently during busy service periods while maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

• Collaborate with chefs, cooks, servers, and management to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications:

• Previous dishwashing or restaurant kitchen experience preferred but not required.

• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.

• Basic understanding of kitchen sanitation and food safety practices, or willingness to learn.

• Ability to safely operate commercial dishwashing equipment and handle cleaning chemicals.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• Ability to follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and maintain an organized workspace.

• Willingness to assist with additional kitchen duties as needed.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunities for growth and advancement within a dynamic restaurant group.

• Health benefits for eligible employees.

• A supportive and collaborative team atmosphere.

• Employee discounts on food and drinks.

• Vibrant, creative, and inclusive culture focused on teamwork.

• Opportunity to develop valuable kitchen skills and advance into other culinary positions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $18.47–$19.00/hr

• Benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance (where applicable)

• Opportunity for growth within an expanding restaurant group

Physical Requirements

This role requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend, reach, and perform repetitive movements. Employees must be able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, moisture, cleaning chemicals, and wet or slippery surfaces. The position also requires frequent handling of dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment.

Legal Notices

This position is at-will, meaning that employment may be terminated by either the employee or the company at any time, with or without cause or advance notice, subject to applicable law.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

We comply with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and all other applicable employment laws. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law.

In accordance with California law, applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable Fair Chance ordinances.

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Employee discount

• Health insurance

• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person