Dishwasher Prep Restaurant

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

• 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

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 our 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.

Check out our instagram @littleenginechicken to see us in action

Back of House Support Little Engine – Rotisserie & Wings

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.

• 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

• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Ability to stay focused and productive in a fast-paced environment
• Pride in clean, organized work spaces
• Willingness to learn and help wherever needed
• Kitchen experience helpful, but not required—we’ll train the right people
• Basic English communication skills required

• 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.