Seasonal Dishwasher

Position Title: Dishwasher

Supervisor:  Executive Chef

Employee Status:  Seasonal (Full-time & Part-time hours)

Location: On-site (99 Inn Road, Shelburne, VT 05482)

Start & End Date: August 1 -  October 31st, 2026

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $22/hour

Work Schedule: Monday - Sunday, morning (7:30am - 3pm) and evening (3pm - 11:00pm) shifts available. Flexible full and part time schedule.

Who We Are

Shelburne Farms is an education nonprofit on a mission to inspire and cultivate learning for a sustainable future. 

We realize our mission by integrating three key areas of activity: our programs, place, and products.

Who We’re Looking for

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, values teamwork, and is passionate about working alongside a team who is helping to create memorable dining experiences that reflect Shelburne Farms’ mission.

The primary role is to ensure a continuous supply of clean dishes, cookware, and flatware, which is essential for the kitchen team to serve visitors at Shelburne Farms.

What You’ll Do

• Dish Handling & Cleaning:

  • Collect soiled dishware from around the kitchen.

  • Efficiently load and unload the commercial dishwasher.

  • Perform specialized hand-washing for specific items, as required and trained.

  • Appropriately store all cleaned dishes, glasses, and kitchen equipment.

  • Remove and dispose of garbage.

• Operational & Maintenance Support:

  • Inspect and clear the dishwasher of any food debris after use.

  • Immediately report any mechanical or performance issues with the dishwasher to management.

• Team Communication & Workflow Coordination

• Maintain active and clear communication with kitchen and front-of-house staff to anticipate high-volume periods and ensure a steady flow of clean dishware during peak service hours.

• Collaborate closely with the culinary team during the end-of-shift closing process to ensure all kitchen areas are thoroughly sanitized and ready for the next day's operations.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• This is a very fast-paced role, especially during peak dining hours, requiring a high level of attention to detail and efficiency.

• Moving around the kitchen area while carrying trays filled with dishes and stemware around the dishwashing area. Trays and heavy pots will weigh up to 40 pounds.

• Standing for the entire shift time.

• Moving on potentially wet flooring.

Benefits 

• Seasonal staff benefit summary here for 2026 benefits.

To Apply 

If our vision and mission excite you, we hope you will share with us your experience and skill set that you feel would qualify you to make a contribution to the Farm.

In your application, please include responses to the following questions. These are not meant to be a writing exercise but to introduce yourself in a meaningful way.

• Tell us about your unique characteristics and life experience that will help you thrive in this role. 

• Are you available to work through October 31, 2026?

• How did you hear about the position?

Shelburne Farms is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and we strongly stand against discrimination and harassment of any kind. 

If you need accommodations throughout the application process or have general questions, please contact us at jobs@shelburnefarms.org or 802-985-8686.