Dishwasher/Porter

Join our dynamic team at Somewhere Nowhere NYC, a vibrant nightclub, lounge, and event venue located at the top of the Renaissance NY Chelsea Hotel.  Our Dishwasher / Porters are integral to our operation, as they ensure the cleanliness and sanitation of their work area. Dishwashers / Porters  are professional, friendly, hardworking, and have a willingness to learn and grow on the job.  Essential Duties and Responsibilities Clean and sanitize all glassware and china Comply with Crew and Department of Health established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards; observe proper food preparation and handling techniques and safety protocols Comply with Crew safety plan and standards as set forth in training materials Dispose of all trash, cardboard, etc. from kitchen and service areas as required Exercise sound judgement taking into account safety, customer needs, and environmental factors Keep work area neat and clean at all times to ensure DOH standards are met Maintain cleanliness of all storage areas and back of house areas by emptying trash, sweeping and mopping floors, etc. Perform daily cleaning and sanitation tasks as directed Report to work in a neat and clean uniform; maintain well-groomed hair and personal hygiene as established by company policy Set up and breakdown station to specification; perform cleaning tasks at the conclusion of each service and prepare for the following service Work with venues on DOH compliance Minimum Qualifications Ability to perform essential job functions when working in a high business volume, fast-paced environment Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously and for extended periods of time as required to perform essential job functions Able to lift 30+ lbs. Able to work nights, weekends and holidays, and variable schedule, per the needs of the business Organizational skills Polished personal presentation; grooming meets Company standards, as outlined by Employee Handbook Willingness to work in outdoor climate conditions Working proficiency of written and spoken English Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.   While performing the functions of this job, an employee must walk, stand, or remain stationary during entire the shift. Employee must be able to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and wipe with the potential for slipping or tripping. Employee must frequently wash their hands and lift or move up to 35 pounds.

Created: 2025-09-18