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General Helper/ Dishwasher

Oakville, ONOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • Food Service Industry
  • hospitality
  • remote lodge
  • FoodSafe Level I
  • WHMIS

Role summary

The General Helper/Dishwasher is responsible for assisting in kitchen operations and maintenance, including cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas, equipment, pots, and dishes. This role requires a minimum of 6 months of kitchen or catering experience and FoodSafe Level I certification. Key responsibilities include maintaining health and safety standards, organizing work schedules, and effective communication. The position offers a 20 days on/10 days off rotation and extended health and dental benefits.

WHAT’S THE JOB?

The General Helper is responsible for assisting in the overall kitchen operations and maintenance as well as cleaning and sanitizing of designated kitchen areas, tools, equipment, pots, and dishes.

This position is safety sensitive and requires drug and alcohol testing and a fitness assessment, as a condition of employment. 

Your work will include:

  • Wash, scrub, clean, and sanitize designated kitchen and dining areas
  • Clean kitchen and dining room floors and tables
  • Clean refrigerators, ovens, and other kitchen equipment
  • Wash pots, dishes, glasses, cups, etc., after each meal and as required
  • Deep cleaning as required
  • Restock and rotate desserts, sandwiches, beverages, and condiments
  • Assist in loading, unloading, and placing supplies and inventory
  • Ensure health and safety regulations and quality standards are maintained

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 20 days on/10 days off rotation.
  • Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered.
  • Travel time is paid.
  • Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
  • Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

  • You have a minimum 6 months’ kitchen or catering experience in Food Service Industry, hospitality environment or remote lodge setting
  • You are fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • You have at least FoodSafe Level I. SafeCheck advanced food safety certification or HACCP certification is an asset.
  • You are able to prioritize multiple demands and organize a work schedule
  • You are able to obtain a mark of 80% or higher on the mandatory WHMIS test (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System)

Dexterra is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

WHO ARE WE? We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

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