About Us:

At Yay, lunch is our favorite subject. Yay is out to fundamentally change K-12 school food for the better. We believe that every student should have the opportunity to enjoy a freshly made, wholesome meal they'll love while at school, and that parents should trust that their child feels cared for and nourished.

Founded by parents for parents in 2018, we have expanded and evolved, now serving multiple markets from Chicago to Connecticut and down the East Coast. We have exciting plans and we can't wait to bring our mission to more schools.

We'd love to have you on the team! As a startup, we hustle with heart. We're team players and self-starters. We want you to love what you do, and we give you the tools to succeed with our commitment to flexibility, transparency, respect, empowerment, and positivity. Come join us!

Position Overview:

We're looking for a dependable and detail-oriented School Dishwasher to support our daily kitchen operations at one of our partner schools in Raleigh. In this important behind-the-scenes role, you'll help keep our kitchen running smoothly by ensuring all dishes, utensils, and workspaces stay clean, sanitized, and organized. Your work helps make it possible for students to enjoy fresh, nutritious meals each day.

This is a part-time position (approximately 10-12 hours per week) with predictable daytime hours during the school week.

Responsibilities:

• Operate dishwashing equipment to clean and sanitize all kitchenware, utensils, and trays

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, surfaces, sinks, and equipment

• Assist with trash and recycling removal in accordance with food safety practices

• Support daily setup and cleanup of the kitchen and serving area

• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines consistently

• Restock clean items in their proper locations to support efficient service

• Pitch in with general kitchen support as needed

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a kitchen, dishwashing, or janitorial role preferred but not required
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and safety
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment
• Willingness to take direction and help where needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs
• ServSafe Food Handler Certification (or willingness to obtain within the first 14 days of employment)
• Ability to clear a pre-employment background check and obtain any certifications required by the school
• A smartphone for basic job-related communication

What We Offer:

• A supportive, respectful team environment
• Competitive hourly pay at $17/hour
• Predictable, family-friendly daytime schedule
• The opportunity to play a key role in a mission-driven organization
• Room to grow and learn new skills in a positive, purpose-led workplace