Kitchen Porter At Nimbu: Indian Street Food

Job Description

Job Description

Here Hospitality Group is hiring for nimbu: Indian Street Food , opening soon off of Route 1 in Princeton, NJ.

We’re looking for dependable, hardworking Kitchen Porters who take pride in keeping both the front-of-house and back-of-house clean, organized, and running smoothly.

This role is essential to our daily operation. You’ll support the entire restaurant team — from dish pit to dining area — and work directly with an experienced, people-first leadership team who values respect, strong systems, and a calm, positive kitchen culture.

If you’re reliable, detail-oriented, and want a stable full-time job in a supportive environment, this role is a great fit.

Responsibilities

Back-of-House Cleaning & Support

• Operate a clean, efficient dish station throughout the day
• Wash, sanitize, and restock cookware, pans, utensils, and smallwares
• Keep BOH workspaces spotless — prep tables, shelves, sinks, drain boards
• Support deep-cleaning assignments (hood filters, mats, equipment, floors)
• Assist cooks with kitchen organization, trash, and recycling

Front-of-House Cleaning & Reset

• Maintain cleanliness of the dining area, beverage station, counters, and guest touchpoints
• Wipe down tables, chairs, and surfaces throughout the day
• Sweep/mop FOH floors and maintain restroom cleanliness
• Refill FOH supplies (napkins, utensils, condiments, cups, lids)
• Ensure guests experience a clean, orderly environment at all times

Opening Responsibilities (FOH & BOH)

• Set up dish pit, sanitizer buckets, mop sinks, and cleaning supplies
• Restock smallwares, paper goods, gloves, rags, and FOH supplies
• Assist prep cooks with washing, portioning, and basic food prep
• Check FOH cleanliness: tables, counters, dining room floors, bathrooms
• Ensure the entire restaurant is ready before service begins

Closing Responsibilities (FOH & BOH)

• Full breakdown of dish pit, sinks, drains, floors, mats
• Sweep and mop entire kitchen + FOH dining room
• Clean and sanitize dining room tables, counters, beverage station
• Take out trash, recycling, and restock supplies for next day
• Support kitchen staff with end-of-day organization and final cleaning
• Leave the restaurant spotless and fully reset

Light Food Prep

• Wash and portion produce
• Assist prep cooks with basic knife work (training provided)
• Refill line stations with garnishes, sauces, and components
• Follow all food handling and sanitation procedures

Teamwork & Culture

• Communicate clearly with shift leads, cooks, and FOH team
• Maintain a positive, respectful, solution-oriented attitude
• Support the entire team with a “jump in where needed” mindset
• Take pride in being a key part of daily execution

Schedule Requirements

• Full-time (40 hours/week)
• Must be available one weekend day
• Shift: 10:30am–8:30pm
• Extra hours available during busy weekends

Requirements

• Able to lift 30–40 lbs and stand for 10 hours
• Reliable, punctual, and organized
• Strong work ethic — takes pride in cleanliness
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant
• Basic knife skills a plus (not required; we train)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

What We Offe r

• Predictable schedule with minimal late nights
• Opportunities to grow into Prep Cook or Line Cook roles
• Supportive, respectful leadership
• Staff meals, training, and long-term development

By applying to this job, you agree to receive periodic text messages from this employer and Homebase about your pending job application. Opt out anytime. Msg & data rates may apply.

Powered by Homebase. Free employee scheduling, time clock and hiring tools.