Big L to the restaurant and managers to not save a plate of food for dishwashers who are busting their ass to keep the dishes clean.

I know he seems okay with it and I understand the logistics of it, but man, it's not fair he has to spend his hard earned money on a meal across the street after cleaning up after his colleagues' family meal! He's a talented dude. Dre and Keith deserve a literal seat at the table!

Dre and Keith deserve better, hopefully new opportunities come their way after this video

Though it stressed me out to see Dre and Keith not getting to have family dinner, I have nothing but admiration for their work ethic and positive attitude. Dre does an important job at the restaurant with grace and joy. A beautiful thing to see and I hope he gets to realize all of his dreams!

My dad washed dishes for 25 years. When I was in jr high he worked at two restaurants. Came home from one, ate dinner, and went to the next. He enjoyed his job and did it well. I was embarrassed to tell my friends that my dad was a dishwasher until I got a chance to work with him my sophomore year in high school. I realized how wrong I was and became very proud of him and his dedication. Dishwashers are essential and deserve mad respect. RIP dad, thanks for working hard to provide for us! ❤

The fact the head chef doesn’t make sure they are included in on the “family” meal says a lot.

The fact that these guys spends and extra hour and half to make sure that everyone else is able to eat and enjoy a meal he hasn’t seen partaken in is insane. They are so thankless and I hope they are given a chance to peruse their dreams. They are so cooperative and supportive. I love to see it

Absolutely horrible to see how Gage & Tollner are treating their dishwashers. Most companies would dream of having employees like Dre and Keith, yet they are not included in the "family dinner"?

The fact that the owners of this restaurant do not have their dishwashers partake in family meal is APPALLING

As unfair as it is that Dre & others were unable to participate in “family dinner”, I got so much more out of this video. That young man is golden. He spoke highly of his workplace, duties & team members. He kept a smile on his face & never bashed the demands of the employer. I hope this video opens doors for him that provides him an opportunity to do what his heart desires. We’re complaining on his behalf but he kept his integrity in tact & mastered the ability to be thankful instead of highlighting the down side of things. He will be blessed even more. This is not his end all be all. Thank you for introducing us to this wonderful person.

I worked in the industry for a few years before going back to school - there was one night where our dishwasher cut his hand open on a broken cup. The entire service came to a screeching halt; nobody could bring out food because of lack of dishes or cutlery (or as we called, "wraps"). It took 3-4 people all at once to try to get things going again & to attempt to clean at his same rate and even then, they achieved 50% efficiency at best. They are unsung heroes, I always appreciated our dishwasher. PS if you are in the industry, always try to clean your dish before handing it to them! Every small bit of cleared food means 1-2 less seconds required to clear it prior to spraying it down. It adds up over the course of the service.

These two amazing men deserve better. I can’t help but feel the restaurant is taking advantage of their kind humble natures.

I own a restaurant ... I will wash dishes before I left someone on the team miss Family. Leaders eat last!! These guys are the backbone ...

The chef de cuisine actually rolls her eyes when first hearing about the bottom of the hierarchy, aka Dre and Keith. Then she contradicts herself by saying all jobs should be respected but then says there is a hierarchy, which is clear when Dre and Keith aren't saved food from the family meal and are not offered a seat at the table. Is that the respect she was talking about? You know Dre and Keith (and the other dishwashers) are doing the most laborious work to keep this place running, so treat them right!

dre is such a gentleman 😔 he’s the last to eat and doesn’t complain. he doesn’t want to leave keith overwhelmed . he’s a sweetheart

This young man is absolutely gold. He is an inspiration . And what an attitude!... He carries himself with respect yet he is modest. He is neat and clean and organized. He is articulate and has exceptional communication skills and people skills. He is willing to do humble menial tasks with the bigger goal in sight. He has a dream he is following. He is not a complainer. Instead he compliments others generously. He expresses himself through dance and so obviously loves being around people and feels comfortable receiving attention in public. He doesn't mind hard demanding work standing on his feet all day. This young man is a jewel of a human being! Please someone in the business marketing or business finance industry get this kid into a mentorship program or scholarship program. ASAP!

It's been said but it needs to be repeated! I get (but don't love) that logistics (and hierarchy) may make it difficult for Dre and Keith to actually sit down for family meal BUT the restaurant management should be flat out ashamed of themselves that they don't even provide them with a meal/plate/food to eat when they have the time. I mean, ARE YOU KIDDING ME!? That is just plain despicable. Shout out to the dignified and stellar Dre, Keith and dish pit crew.

We need a whole series of Priya accidentally uncovering unfair labor practices!!!

As someone who did dishwashing job in the past I can totally relate, it’s very fast paced job and often time you don’t even have time to eat lunch. This jobs deserve 25$ / hour !!! RESPECT

I was a dishwasher at a busy restaurant for one summer many years ago. It was the hardest job I've ever had. The worst part was how I was treated by co-workers, since the dishwasher is the least respected restaurant worker. The salad maker literally ridiculed me and treated me like garbage. Nobody ever said a nice word to me or offered me a meal. It's a nightmare job and the guys who do it deserve total respect.

I can’t believe Dre and Keith didn’t even have a seat at the table for family meal. Give👏🏻them👏🏻what👏🏻they👏🏻deserve

pretty pathetic and embarassing that the dre/keith isnt included in the family meal especially at a table service restaurant. heck, i washed dishes at pizzeria and a brasserie and we all got family meal. they dont deserve dre and keith.

Dre’s understanding of the importance of every level of a business, teamwork, and having a good attitude is really rare nowadays. I know he’ll go far whatever he wants to do!!

You can see he just wants a purpose. Obviously traditional schooling past High School didn't work out. But him wanting to stay loyal and work his way up is admirable. He is more than willing to put in the time and show his time is valuable by his work output.

30 years a cook here. RESPECT for you for highlighting the dishwashers. They are absolutely integral to the operation of a restaurant, a good or bad dishwasher can make or break a busy night.

Given that he’s such an integral part of the crew, the least the manager could have done, is to put together something if they ran out of the family meal or he missed it because of work.

This guy has so much joy and a great charisma. What a legend

He is so kind and so FINEEEEE 😍😍😍 God bless him!!

These 2 guys just got Hella exposure to bigger things upcoming. That company definitely doesn't deserve them.

"It is a family. Regardless of where you come from, or what your role is, or what you're doing." Unless you're Dre and Keith, who don't get family meal.

I’ve worked as a dishwasher for the last 5 months, I have always tried to maintain a good attitude about my work but recently, I put my two weeks in, and I won’t ever regret working in dish. I my whole life have wanted to work in food, and experience every position before eventually moving up to ownership or management, but after working a couple years in restaurants I can say for sure, no one has it tougher then dish, and I salute Dre for doing it as well as he does, for as long as he has, and with the amazing spirit he has

13:09 dude in the camo hat consolidated those dishes so effortless it was quite artful

Dre and Keith deserve a seat at the table as much as everyone else does

It’s not family dinner if they didn’t leave anything for them to eat that’s not fair. They work so hard and they don’t leave anything for them that’s a shame

Y’all killed it with this doc! Dre had me smiling throughout. His energy was so positive and I truly wish him the best as he figures out his career. He and the rest of the dishwashing crew seem like great people to work with. Seeing all this coordination is giving me a massive respect for how restaurants run. I just hope that this restaurant does a better job of making sure the dishwashers can eat family meal and get out of work on time.

I have been in the hospitality industry for more than one and half decade, I have the utmost respect and love for dishwashers. They are the hardest working, least paid employees who leave last when everyone’s gone. They deserve more 💙

Thank you for spotlighting the unseen, thankless, but wholly vital jobs in the restaurant. Chefs, and Bartenders get all the glory, but they could not do what they do without the people providing this service.

Hardest workers in the kitchen hands down. We have 1 single dishwasher in our restaurant. High end restaurant located in the best city club in the US. His name is Edwin, from Trinidad and is 64 years old. He has been with us for 25 years straight. Dude is an absolute beast, works hard and fast. Keeps all our stainless literally looking brand spanking new. Not a single oz of carbon build up anywhere. We would seriously be lost without him. We thank him everyday, cook him anything he wants to eat everynight and go out of way to make sure he knows how much we love him. Please thank your dishwashers. A restaurant literally cannot operate without them.

The dishwashers are always my favorite people and I have a huge amount of respect for them. As a Server I see my self at an advantage but also dislike the feeling that someone may feel like they’re below me. Regardless of them not having time to grab some food from the family meal I will always fulfill my duties by asking them if I can prep them meal box. Everyone deserves the same treatment no matter the position you’re at. ❤

One day this humble young man is gonna own his own restaurant.

I'm going to make it a point to visit Gage & Tollner, and buy Dre/Keith/other dish crew a meal - it's INSANE they don't get to take part in family meal or at least get some free food for their work

I would find a way to hire Dre and Keith for any business. You can't teach what they have...positivity, determination, commitment and empathy.

This young man is a beautiful Soul. It is not what you do but how you do it. His compassion and grace speak volumes. I wish him best of everything.

What an outstanding and humble young man Dre is! With his mindset, motivation and of course work ethic, the sky's the limit for him. Needless to say, his parents did a great job with him!

As a former server myself, I think Dre could easily be a server if he wanted with his charm and good attitude! Don't let management keep you in a position that's harder for them to fill if you want to switch up - although absolutely no shade on dishwashing of course :)

No matter the industry, a hard worker with a great attitude is worth their weight in gold. Dre’s attitude and work ethic is admirable. I hope that management and/or ownership sees this and moves Dre on to another position, so that he can get to where he needs/wants to be. The whole dishwashing crew is top-notch!

I cannot express how this young mans attitude is contagious he deserves such recognition I always say the Dr needs the auto mechanic / the mechanic needs the Dr no matter what level you are at in life, this man is needed at his job.. without that behind the scenes kitchen help that beautiful restaurant would not exist What a positive employee and the team he works with

Much respect for this dude . True New Yorker & true hard worker . Gotta get the job done by any means

This dude needs to be a bartender or a host he has the looks the demeanor he’s got it all wishing him much success

As someone who's worked as a dishwasher, this is absolutely absurd but very on brand for how many times - the dishwashers are an afterthought while we're there but when we aren't - the kitchen comes to a standstill. The thought that everyone has a family meal but Dre and Keith don't get a chance to sit down or having to go buy food because there's nothing left is horrible, and it's a problem that can be resolved. This isn't the best look for the business. Shoutout to Priya for highlighting the great work they do, and also showing how/where they get the short end of the stick.

That man is an asset to whatever team he is a part of. He is excellent at his job, has excellent work ethic, attention to detail and attitude. They are lucky to have him and I hope he is able to flourish and has a job where he is compensated handsomely for his skills. Also, this video was edited beautifully. Thank you for sharing this!

beautiful video. I think this shows how restaurants truly treat dishwashers with not respect but how much love and care they give back to their team despite that.

Priya does it again by showing the unseen labour of the restaurant and food biz, often done by people of colour!! ❤ Dre and Keith seem so sweet

Poor guy. He is so good at it and doesn’t complain. They will never promote him. That’s what I went through.

Thank you so much for shedding the light on the kindest and most underrated people of this industry who are always able to make our days as cooks better and bring some laughs into the kitchen. Absolutely disgusted by this company! Thankfully that wasn’t the case in any of the restaurants i ever worked at. Somebody needs ti give those guys the treatment, respect and opportunities they really deserve!!

Dre and Keith’s attitude and work ethic is so admirable, this video definitely should open more doors for such hardworking humble men like them

I ran kitchens for 13 years, from Georgia to California, and Dre is a dream kitchen employee. His macro view on how a restaurant is ran, paired with that amazing work ethic and personality, will take him to some amazing places in his life, and I wish him all the best. If he's not running a line in 5 years, he'll be doing something else amazing outside of the restaurant business. 💪

What a terrific young man!!! Totally unfair he did not get to participate in family meal, that he paid for his own lunch working in the restaurant. He needs to he mentored and encouraged! Wonderful dishwashing team. Great job king! FEED HIM

Dre is a beast! He’s already a boss and will reach unimaginable heights! Great journalism, 🙏.

I’m a barista and manager at a local cafe and I will gladly be the first person to tap out our dishies for when they get their **free** meal break. These guys deserve so much more, loyalty to companies like this is futile and they will never get recognised for their work. Such a shame, they need a better kitchen!

Love this series! I think its so interesting that the chef de cuisine speaks about this idea of a 'family' and yet not all of her staff get fed during the family meal. I know that there are so often time constraints in hospitality and it can be out of their hands but the least you can do is keep them some dinner!!

I have worked in HR/Talent Acquisition for almost 25 years. Drevon is one in a million. His energy, focus, positive attitude, leadership skills, dedication, and commitment to teamwork are invaluable. You can train and teach almost any skill on the job, but you simply cannot teach what he brings to his work. Having hired positions for virtually ever career level in countless professions, from CEO to (yes) dishwasher, I can count on one hand the number of candidates who exhibit such a comprehensive suite of the critical, intangible positive attributes Dre demonstrates in this piece. He is a recruiter's, and an employer's, dream. Mad respect, Dre.

This was excellent. From the camera work to the interviews to the people included. Dre and Keith are the heartbeat of that restaurant. thank you.

What a special bright soul Dre is! Thank you for sharing and may he blessed on his journey!

I have done dishwashing before and the cooks always served me a plate at the start and end of my shift. Cooks in these spots need to prepare these two men some good food to keep their place running and a raise.

Drevon and Keith do their jobs with purpose and a positive mindset. That is priceless at any workplace. I agree with other comments here about the crew not saving them plates during family meal - that's not ok. Much respect to them both.

Thanks for showcasing the lives of these hard workers. I did a bit of dishwashing, granted, not at a high end, big place like this, but there's definitely a zen to it. Get some music going, let your hands (and the sprayer) do the work. Dre is right, it is an easy job but it is also a physical job. There's no complex problem solving, but you keep busy, keep moving, and a shift flies by. I gotta say though, this brother can aim so much higher. He's got a great attitude and hustle. If he doesn't get rewarded at this place, I hope other local restaurateurs & chefs see this video and give him a chance to shine. I was in a similar place in my life at his age, things get better with hard work and a little bit of luck if you seize it.

I love how he yells to let people know he’s coming with dishes!! I’m also a dishwasher in a camp that holds 5000 people! 8 of us a shift I enjoy it! 😊

When I worked in a kitchen. The dishie was the first and last person I hooked up with anything they wanted anyway they liked. This guy is beyond humble.

There’s no way to articulate the stress that builds in you as the piles of dirty dishes get higher and higher and higher- no matter how quickly you’re washing them. It’s like you’re a soaking-wet Sisyphus. Hard work. Salute, gentlemen.

Wow!!! This video was absolutely incredible and resonated with me so much!! Thank you Greg Gorgone for sharing & highlighting this!! Our dishwashers in our kitchens are truly the backbone of the day to day operation! It is such a thankless job and often times our dishwashers aren't praised or recognized due to the fact that no one "sees them"! They are working tirelessly to make sure the dishes, pots/pans and the entire kitchen is cleaned/sanitized thoroughly throughout the day so that the rest of our kitchen team can operate appropriately! We must encourage & uplift them more!! I started out as a dishwasher when I first got into this industry and I definitely understand how a dishwasher may feel working the day to day operation, so this is why I advocate for them so much! I moved my way up into operations leadership but I NEVER EVER forgot where I came from! Over the years I have developed so many of my dishwashers who have moved up the ranks & have gone on to be successful leaders! Often times as leaders we put so much emphasis into the food, service & financial component of our operations and forget about our dishwashers...they are our PEOPLE!!! We need to equally put recognition, gratitude, appreciation, and development towards our dishwashers! If the dishes & pots/pans weren't cleaned, the cooks wouldn't be able to prepare anything & then the servers wouldn't be able to serve our customers & then we wouldn't make any profit or have any business! Let's continue to highlight and genuinely appreciate our dishwashers in this industry & also continue to develop them to move up in the ranks of the kitchen. Dishwashers are excellent organizers, detail oriented, leaders & multi-taskers!! I know plenty of leaders who have moved up in the ranks of operations...all I am asking is PLEASE don't forget about where you came from & how you developed to where you are! Lets give back to our dishwashers! Let's give it up for our dishwashers! They're the backbone of the kitchen and deserve all the recognition and praise we can give them. Share your own stories of dishwashers who have made a difference in your kitchens, and let's keep highlighting their importance. #DishwasherAppreciation #KitchenHeroes #UnsungHeroes 💯

He such a positive man and all the other dishwashers too man many blessing to them. You can tell the guy wants more and won’t run from the grind hopefully he gets an opportunity to do that somewhere else

Not being able to have family meal is all too familiar. Weird that he had to go buy his own food though. Would think his manager would be cool enough to let him eat something for free since he clearly couldn't step away to eat

I am in tears over this piece. Dre and Keith are priceless employees. Being a nurse, I understand hierarchy. Wow, these men work hard and are over the top pleasant and surreal. God bless them. ❤

I needed this video. I have worked as a bartender, waited tables and worked at a pizzeria. Dre is the epitome of everything we must aspire to be. Shoutout ❤❤❤

MORE MORE MORE!!! These are incredible, and bright things should be ahead for Dre. What an attitude.

Keith and Dre are great at their job. It's hard to not think that they're being taken advantage of for their chill demeanor.

Give Drevon a promotion please! That guy deserves it at the very least. Seeing someone give it their all each and every day is becoming a rare thing.

I miss this series. Priya is amazing at connecting with people.

For 6 months I was interning at a hotel as a receptionist, food runner, bartender, housekeeper, night shift, and probably 45% of the time I did dish washing for a hotel that fits 60 people inside and around 45 outside. It was really tough, because on most days it was only ever me as the server there, except for any special events. I understand this guy so well, how hard he works to clean for the owner’s family, as I had to do the same thing while getting paid below minimum wage and working while all the manager’s friends were having a food party together without me and another chef. It was painful. But it gave me a bigger desire to feel clean and keep clean at home. I think people who work with sanitization and public hygiene and cleaning are one of the most hardworking people of our world🙏🙏🙏

Those owners better be paying them for missing family meal and the OT. That shit pisses me off and makes me wanna be a labor lawyer

I hope he gets the best out of life. He is soo humble and God has big blessings coming.

The dishwasher at a diner on Mother’s Day is really that guy

I moved to Europe 2 years ago, and since then I work as a dishwasher and now is the one of the jobs out there I admire the most. It is hard and heavy but satisfying at the same time. Shoutout to Dre for keeping the smile on all the time and shoutout to all dishwashers out there. Beyond that I was a journalist in Brazil so I recognise a good reporter and reportage when I see one!!! Great job 🎉

Dre is doing the most important job in the restaurant because without him cleaning those dishes perfectly , the customers will not be coming back. Keep up the great work Dre. Stay Blessed!

Great guys! I wonder why the cooking crew or the managers can’t at least make and save a plate for their two colleagues?

Such a nice, kind, hardworking young man. So humble. I want the best for him and I hope he goes far.

10 years a Cook here. NYT Cooking Respect & Thanks lot for showing the life of Dishwashers. And to Dre my Man your killin it!! if you keep working with same Focus definitely your gonna be a Cook I can tell you this with confidence because as you even I 10 years back started as a Dishwasher in Restaurant Career currently I’m working as a Sous Chef for very famous restaurant in Italy. All best Man.

These folks are way under appreciated. Also somebody could put them some food to the side for family meal.

With the passion and integrity this man has, he will go far in life.

I was a dish washer at my city’s fanciest restaurant during Covid while in college. By far the hardest job I will ever work and I’m an engineer now. Nothing but respect for people that work dish. Having a positive attitude while doing it is an incredible asset. I never want to go near a line again because of it.

That's where this guy is!! I saw his video with him dancing on the train and I was like 'wow' this guy is so talented!! I wish you all the best!!❤

More stories like Dre's, I wanna know about the unsung heroes that keep restaurants like this alive.

This is one of my favorite little corners of KZfaq. I’m grateful for this journalism.

You can tell he is just an all around great guy. They are lucky to have him. I wish them all well ❤️

Wonderful story. I bet a million bucks. That young man Dre is going to become extremely successful as he gets older. Many blessings to him 🙏🏼

That pit is the heart of the restaurant. No plates equals no food. Equals no sales!!! If that man and his crew isn’t at the “family dinner” that clearly shows it’s not a family and the battle isn’t together and equal. I’m routing for Dre! Can’t be a super star over night, you have to keep working to prepare for when that opportunity arises. That’s the mind set of greatness and a winner.

Dre if you see this comment, I want you to know that you are a hard worker and deserve to move up, not only within that restaurant, but in life in general!! My 3 day stint as a dishwasher at a local restaurant many years ago was lonely (the dish pit was in a separate room), thankless and the dishes never seemed to stop piling up. Nonetheless, as mentioned in the story, that job is as essential as any other in a restaurant. You have my upmost respect bro!! 🫡

Not ONCE did Dre complain about his job, you’re gonna go far kid! Keep up the hard work and doors will open for you!

Worked a dish pit in a Bistro during my high school years. The grit needed helped me get thru post secondary school exams and know the value of a days work.