Dishwasher

Job Details Schedule: 3-5 shifts per week (20-30 hours per week) Shift Length: Approximately 5-8 hours, depending on business needs Typical Call Time: 4:00pm for evening service Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, approximately 5pm-10pm Availability: Flexible Monday-Friday availability required, with occasional shifts outside normal business hours Reports To: General Manager Schedule & Availability This position will typically be scheduled 2–3 shifts per week, with shifts averaging approximately 5–8 hours depending on business needs.

Typical evening call time is around 4:00pm to allow for prep and setup before service, with closing duties following service. Flexible Monday–Friday availability is required. Some shifts may take place outside of regular business hours for private events, corporate receptions, daytime functions, buyouts, prep, and special events. While schedules are based on business needs, we are a small team and make every effort to provide team members with a consistent, predictable schedule whenever possible.

Because we operate with a small staff, reliability and punctuality are essential to this position . Each scheduled team member plays an important role in keeping service running smoothly, and consistent attendance helps us maintain manageable workloads and a positive working environment for the entire team. Regular attendance and arriving on time and prepared for scheduled shifts are expected. About Highball LTD Highball LTD is an intimate cocktail lounge from the team behind PDT (Please Don’t Tell), Mixteca, and Kees.

Located on the 11th floor near Grand Central, Highball focuses on classic cocktails, thoughtful food, and elevated but approachable hospitality in a space inspired by the golden age of train travel. The Role We’re looking for a reliable and hardworking Dishwasher to join our back-of-house team. This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient dish area, washing and polishing glassware, and supporting both the culinary and service teams throughout the shift.

The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, efficient, and able to maintain a strong sense of urgency during busy service periods. This person should also understand the importance of sanitation, cleanliness, and following proper food-safety procedures at all times. Previous restaurant or hospitality experience is preferred, but a strong work ethic, positive attitude, and reliability are most important.

What We're Looking For Reliable, punctual, and consistent Previous restaurant or hospitality experience preferred Strong work ethic and positive attitude Able to work quickly and efficiently during busy service Strong attention to cleanliness and organization Careful handling of glassware and restaurant equipment Understanding of proper sanitation and food-safety practices Team-first mentality Proactive with a strong sense of urgency Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment Able to lift, carry, and move typical restaurant supplies and equipment Flexible availability, including occasional shifts outside normal business hours What You'll Do Wash and properly store dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment Wash, polish, and properly store glassware Ensure glassware is clean, polished, and service-ready Maintain a clean and organized dish station throughout service Follow NYC Department of Health sanitation and food-safety standards Keep kitchen floors and back-of-house areas clean and safe Remove trash, recycling, and cardboard as needed Maintain cleanliness of sinks, dish machines, and surrounding work areas Assist with general kitchen cleaning and organization Help with receiving, stocking, and putting away deliveries as needed Assist the culinary team with food prep and event prep as needed Assist with event setup and breakdown Work closely with the kitchen, bar, and management team to keep service running smoothly Assist with private events, corporate recepti