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Cortado Cafe

Barista or Kitchen Staff

Alexandria, VA

$16.25 - $18.75/hr

Barista or Kitchen Staff * Baristas /Greet guests, make coffee and tea drinks, run the cash register, and keep the counter clean. * A friendly attitude, great people skills, and a fast work pace.

Star Restaurant Group

Cleaner

Washington, DC

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Full cleaning of restaurant including bar, kitchen equipment, restrooms, and exterior of buildingUse electrically powered scrubbing and polishing machine to clean the hard surface flooringDust and ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Alexandria, VA · On-site

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Bowie, MD · On-site

$19.50/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Manassas, VA · On-site

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

College Park, MD · On-site

$20/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$19.50/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Catonsville, MD · On-site

$19.50/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$19.50/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Alexandria, VA · On-site

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Capitol Heights, MD · On-site

$20.50/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

$21.50/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Upper Marlboro, MD · On-site

$19.50/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$18.50/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Lanham, MD · On-site

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

Home Depot

Kitchen Designer

Sterling, VA · On-site

$19/hr

Kitchen Designers also ensure the showroom is clean, organized, and well-stocked, creating a welcoming and safe shopping environment. Throughout each project, Kitchen Designers follow up on project ...

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How much do kitchen cleaner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for kitchen cleaner in Washington, DC is $19.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.40 and $21.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a kitchen cleaner?

A Kitchen Cleaner is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen areas. Duties typically include washing dishes, sanitizing countertops and kitchen equipment, sweeping and mopping floors, and disposing of waste. They help ensure compliance with food safety regulations and create a safe working environment. This role is essential in restaurants, hotels, and other food service establishments to maintain high standards of cleanliness.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a kitchen cleaner?

To thrive as a Kitchen Cleaner, you need attention to detail, physical stamina, and an understanding of basic health and sanitation regulations, often with no formal education required. Familiarity with commercial cleaning equipment, safe handling of cleaning chemicals, and sometimes food handling certification are beneficial. Strong time management, reliability, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a kitchen team help you excel in this environment. These skills ensure a clean, safe, and efficient workspace, supporting broader food safety and operational goals.

What are the typical working hours and team structure for a kitchen cleaner?

Kitchen Cleaners often work in shifts that may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, or holidays, depending on the establishment’s operating hours. They usually collaborate closely with chefs, line cooks, and other kitchen staff to maintain cleanliness during and after busy service periods. While some cleaning tasks are performed independently, teamwork is essential during peak times to quickly clear and sanitize workstations, dishes, and equipment. Understanding the flow of the kitchen and being able to communicate effectively with team members is important for keeping the kitchen running smoothly.

What are the duties of a kitchen cleaner?

A kitchen cleaner is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing kitchen surfaces, appliances, floors, and utensils to maintain hygiene standards. They often use cleaning agents, tools like scrub brushes and mops, and follow safety protocols to ensure a sanitary environment in commercial or residential kitchens.

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Kitchen Cleaner jobs near you
Infographic showing various Kitchen Cleaner job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,168 per year, or $19.3 per hour.

Utility Person|Kitchen General Cleaner

Washington, DC • On-site

Donohoe Hospitality
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$19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

New

Job description

Join the team at Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront!

Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront is a modern business and lifestyle hotel located on the vibrant Navy Yard Riverfront. Our hotel features urban-inspired spaces and 154 accommodations that reflect our neighborhood's energy. Our guests enjoy local comfort food and wines at our restaurant, RowHouse, or sip craft beers and cocktails on our rooftop bar, Perch SW, with stunning city views. With a prime location near the National Mall, Smithsonian museums, and just six miles from Reagan National Airport, we offer a seamless experience for both business and leisure travelers. 

At Cambria Hotel, we value creativity, hospitality, and excellence, providing you with the opportunity to contribute to a unique guest experience in an exciting environment. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service and want to be part of a hotel that embodies the spirit of Washington, D.C., Cambria Hotel Washington D.C. Navy Yard Riverfront is the place for you. 

Kitchen General Cleaner| Utility Person 

Salary Range:  $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Position Summary

Utility Persons (Kitchen General Cleaners) are responsible for the storage and sanitation of all dinnerware, silverware, and glassware in the hotel.

Essential Functions

  • Operate dishwashing machines.
  • Ensure dishwasher temperature is within the specified range and the chemicals are properly connected to the machine.
  • Properly clean and disinfect the dishwashing machine.
  • Sweep and mop floors. Check for broken items on the floor and wet areas that may be hazardous, and remove the hazard.
  • Clean walls, table, racks, sink, floor mats, and disposal areas.
  • Clean ovens, hoods, filters, drains, hot boxes, and ceiling vents.
  • Empty all trash cans.
  • Perform special cleaning projects as assigned.
  • Understand and use safety procedures when using all equipment. Understands chemical hazards and follows safety procedures when using chemicals, chemical compounds, and cleaning products.
  • Know the correct temperature for washing, rinsing, and pre-soaking of all pots, pans, utensils, plates, and glasses.
  • Receive deliveries and place stock items in the proper area.
  • Follow proper sanitation procedures for sanitizing items that are unable to be washed in the dishwasher.
  • Maintain the cleanliness of the loading dock and dumpster area.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Adhere to all work rules, procedures, and policies established by the hotel, including, but not limited to, those contained in the employee handbook.
  • The hotel operates 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Department schedules must accommodate fluctuating business demands, and employees may be asked to work shifts other than those they prefer or normally work.

Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to lift heavy objects.

Benefits and Perks

Donohoe Hospitality Services is pleased to offer employees a comprehensive Benefits Package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, leaves of absence, retirement plans, paid time off, and hotel room discounts. and MORE! Through this selection of benefits and perks, we strive to provide employees with options that will enhance their quality of life in and out of work.  * Minimum 32 hours/week to qualify

We also offer daily pay access, where you can receive your earnings on the same day you work, empowering you to manage your finances easily and confidently.

If you're ready to bring your energy and skills to a team dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be a key player in creating memorable moments for our guests.

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