Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dishwasher/Prep Cook - AM & PM Shifts

Back of House Support Little Engine – Rotisserie & Wings

Little Engine is on a mission to give the neighborhood rotisserie a serious tune-up. Little Engine is led by Chef Rob Sonderman, who grew up a few blocks away from our Eastern Market location and wanted to build the kind of place he’d actually want in his neighborhood. Rob has spent his career transforming familiar food into something more craveeable and fun. He helped build DCity Smokehouse and Federalist Pig into two of DC’s standout barbecue spots, then co-founded Honeymoon Chicken, where he focused on bringing bold flavors in a fast-casual setting.

We cook with fire, move with purpose, and treat every guest like a regular. We’re now hiring Dishwasher / Prep Cooks to support our back-of-house team. This role is essential to keeping the restaurant running smoothly and is a great entry point for anyone looking to grow in a kitchen environment.

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PERKS + BENEFITS

Competitive hourly wage based on experience + $4–5 per hour in tips

Paid Sick & Safe Leave accrued immediately

Healthcare and employer match

Free meal while on shift

Employee discounts

Supportive, team-driven culture

Opportunities to grow as Little Engine grows

THE ROLE Dishwasher / Prep Cooks play an important role in the MOTOR that keeps the kitchen moving. You’ll help maintain cleanliness, support prep, and make sure the team has what it needs to execute service smoothly.

Responsibilities include:

Washing and organizing dishes, cookware, and utensils

Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of dish and prep areas

Assisting with basic food prep (vegetables, sauces, proteins)

Taking out trash and recycling

Supporting the kitchen team during service and closing

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Strong work ethic and positive attitude

Ability to stay focused and productive in a fast-paced environment

Pride in clean, organized workspaces

Willingness to learn and help wherever needed

Kitchen experience helpful, but not required—we’ll train the right people

Basic English communication skills required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand and move for 8 hours per shift

Ability to lift up to 15 lbs regularly

Reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, and pulling

Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment

Little Engine provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.