Dishwasher

Pay: $19.00 to $19.00 per hour

Description
About Us:
16 On Center Chicago owns and operates several live music venues, third-party production, restaurants, bars, and food halls across Chicago and New York. Join the team of one of the country's leading independent promoters.
Our most effective service to our community comes from a team with a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. 16 On Center actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Position Summary
As a
Dishwasher
at
The Salt Shed
, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness, organization, and flow within the kitchen and back-of-house areas throughout service. This role is essential to supporting a smooth operation and overall guest experience in a fast-paced, high-volume concert venue environment. We’re looking for someone dependable, team-oriented, and able to work efficiently while maintaining a clean and safe workspace.
Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans in a timely and efficient manner
Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and properly
Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary dish station throughout the shift
Rotate clean dishware back to the line and service areas to support uninterrupted service
Remove and dispose of garbage and recycling; replace liners and maintain clean waste areas
Sweep, mop, and clean kitchen floors, mats, walls, and surfaces as directed
Assist with receiving and stocking deliveries
Support kitchen staff with basic prep tasks as needed
Communicate equipment issues or supply needs to the Kitchen Manager promptly
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health code standards
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
About You:
0–1 year of kitchen or dishwashing experience preferred, but not required
Valid Food Handler Certification required (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
Availability to work Wednesday through Sunday, 4:00 PM to close (~11:00 PM)
Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent energy throughout a full shift
Strong attention to cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards
Positive, team-oriented, and able to communicate effectively with others
Able to take direction and work within a team-focused environment
Basic understanding of kitchen organization and workflow is a plus
Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift, with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation
Comfortable working in a warm, fast-paced kitchen environment with exposure to water, steam, cleaning chemicals, high noise levels, and common food allergens
Position Details & Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Hourly
Compensation: $19/hour
Paid leave and paid sick leave in accordance with Chicago requirements.
Health insurance with employer contribution, plus voluntary dental, vision, life, short term disability, accident, and hospital coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match, once eligibility requirements are met.
Dining discounts at 16 On Center properties and complimentary or discounted tickets to shows at 16 On Center venues, including Salt Shed, Thalia Hall, SPACE, and Empty Bottle, subject to availability.
Transit benefits through a pre-tax payroll deduction program