About the role
Pay: $21.00 to $21.00 per hour
Description
The Dishwasher plays a vital role in supporting efficient kitchen operations by maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment. This position ensures dishes, equipment, and workspaces meet Black Cap’s high cleanliness standards while supporting both front and back-of-house teams in delivering an exceptional guest experience.
This is a part-time seasonal position (July–November, with potential extension based on business needs) scheduled Fridays through Sundays from 7AM to 3PM.
Compensation for this position is $21/hour, which is comprised of $18/hour base rate plus $3/hour in share of tips and fees.
Requirements
Job Responsibilities
Wash, dry, and put away dishes
Maintain a high standard of sanitation in the front and back of the cafe
Maintain chemical levels and report any sanitation needs to the Head Baker
Perform assigned cleaning duties, typically scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly
Follow all health codes and maintain exceptional sanitation standards
Report all equipment and maintenance problems to the Head Baker, Assistant Baker, and Operations Director
Prepare on demand sandwiches for the hot food line as needed
Expectations
Work Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 7AM to 3PM
Follow processes and procedures recorded in Employee Handbook
Take direction from managers and assist where needed
Maintain regular and reliable attendance
Report to work in proper uniform, abiding by the dress code:
Black Cap T-Shirt
Hair pulled back and covered with a hat, headband, or bandana
Closed-toed shoes
Pants (no sweatpants)
Hands must be free of jewelry and nail polish
Nails must be kept short and clean
Physical Job Requirements
Must be able to stand on your feet for up to 8 hours at a time
Must be able to bend over, scrub, mop, and sweep
Required Skills & Experience
Must have strong skills in: Communication, attention to detail/consistency, sense of urgency, prioritization, professionalism, adaptability
Must be timely and attentive to work
Must have a growth mindset and respond constructively to feedback
Black Out Dates
It is important for all employees to be available during peak holiday times. All employees will be expected to work:
Foliage season (September 20th- October 20th)
December holiday season (December 26th – January 2nd)
Presidents’ Day week
Martin Luther King weekend
Various summer holidays/events as deemed necessary by management
What We Offer
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid sick time
Health and vision insurance options for full-time employees
Invest EAP (Employee Assistance Program) for employees and household members
Paid breaks and shift meal
Free coffee drinks during shifts
Employee discounts on food, beverages, and Black Cap merchandise
Holiday pay on select holidays
Paid bereavement leave
Paid childbirth recovery leave for FT employees after 1 year of employment
Why Black Cap?
At Black Cap, we work hard to build a positive workplace where people support each other and take pride in what they do. We’re proud to be a woman-owned Vermont company built around community, local partnerships, and a love of great food and coffee. Our cafes bring together locals and visitors in spaces that feel welcoming, authentic, and distinctly Vermont. Join our team and help tell the story of a brand deeply connected to the place it calls home!