Happy Day Catering is seeking experienced applicants for the position of Dishwasher/Janitor! The Dishwasher plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment. This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all kitchen equipment, utensils, and dishware used during food preparation, service, and events. The Dishwasher also assists with general kitchen cleaning and supports the catering team with back-of-house duties. Some weekly janitorial responsibilities are required.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment using commercial dishwashing equipment.
- Ensure all items are properly cleaned and stored in designated locations.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dish area, kitchen floors, and trash areas.
- Remove trash and recycling regularly and safely.
- Assist in cleaning and breakdown of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Follow all health and safety standards, including proper use of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
- Support kitchen staff with basic prep work and restocking as needed.
- Communicate any maintenance or repair needs of equipment to the supervisor.
Qualifications:
- Previous dishwasher or kitchen experience preferred, but not required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
- Dependable and punctual with a positive team attitude.
- Flexible schedule with availability on evenings, weekends, and event days.
- Applicant must have access to reliable transportation.
Work Environment:
- Commercial kitchen and off-site event settings.
- Exposure to hot water, cleaning chemicals, and varying temperatures.
Enjoy the benefits of working for a successful company, with comprehensive training, competitive wage, benefits to qualifying employees including medical and dental insurance, 401(k) with company match, and daycare reimbursement, and being a partner to the community.

Based in Lewiston, ID, Happy Day Catering is the foremost catering and event planning company in the Inland Northwest region. We are a ten-year KLEW Best of the West Caterer & Banquet Facility winner, and it shows in every step of our service. As an arm of the Happy Day Restaurants family, we value our guests, our employees, and our communities, giving back frequently to a variety of local non-profit efforts.
We offer the most dynamic and professional service in the industry and seek to constantly raise our standards while developing each of our employees into leaders. If you want to be a part of this community of excellence, apply today! Learn more about us at happydaycatering.com or follow us on Facebook at FB.com/HDCatering.
Compensation: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Happy Day Catering
Happy Day Catering is a forward-thinking catering company headquartered in the Orchards area of Lewiston, ID. We are the largest off-premise catering and event company in the Quad City region and are growing more each year, seeking always to maintain and grow professional standards of excellence in cuisine, efficiency, presentation, and service.
Our staff members are highly involved in every step of the catering process, becoming the face of our company to our clients. As such, each staff person is expected to go above and beyond to give the best service possible. If you are an energetic, motivated, reliable person who is interested in working hard and working smart, we would love to have a chat to see if you could be the perfect fit for our company.
We cater all events large and small, with flexible, customizable menus to accommodate our clients’ unique needs. Options include—but are certainly not limited to!—outdoor luau buffets with a whole roasted pig, delicately artisanal plated meals at a vineyard, box lunches for pick up or delivery, vending trucks for parades or ball games, and grand, fully customized spreads for wedding receptions in the region’s most exciting venues.
Company Website: www.happydaycatering.com
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