Barrington Kitchen - Steward

Barrington-Hotel; Halifax; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

Employee Assistance Program

RRSP

Transit pass reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

The Barrington Hotel in Halifax, NS is seeking a full-time Kitchen Steward to support our TEMPO Food+Drink team. This role is evenings and weekends, focusing on keeping the kitchen clean, organized, and compliant with safety and hygiene standards.

You will operate dishwashers, wash and polish glassware, stock supplies, and assist with general kitchen upkeep in a fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Sous Chef, you should bring prior dishwasher experience, strong attention to detail, and the

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a dishwasher role or similar environment an asset.
• Strong attention to detail.
• The ability to take direction and remain calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Organizational skills and an ability to multi-task.
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing.
• The ability to handle heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operating dishwashers efficiently.
• Washing glassware and flatware.
• Polishing all glassware and flatware.
• Cleaning and sanitizing dishwasher mats, dish carts and dish racks.
• Responsible for receiving, stocking and organizing food and supply orders.
• Safely handling and storing cleaning products.
• General dish area maintenance which includes sweeping, mopping, organization and removal of garbage and compost.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Dishwashing experience

Attention to detail

Under pressure

Multi-tasking

Stand for long periods

Job description

BARRINGTON HOTEL, 1400-1701 Hollis Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 2:00 a.m.

Located in the heart of downtown Halifax, The Barrington Hotel is the perfect destination for no-hassle travelers seeking value, convenience, and a warm maritime welcome. Whether for business or leisure, our central location, comfortable accommodations, and friendly service create an exceptional guest experience. Join our team and help us deliver welcoming Halifax hospitality.

Our award-winning TEMPO Food+Drink restaurant serves up hearty, authentic Canadian comfort food, handcrafted cocktails and Instagram worthy specials in a lively and vibrant setting.Reporting to the Sous Chef, this individual will be responsible for providing consistent and quality food offerings while delivering excellent customer service and ensuring guest satisfaction.

We are looking for a full-timeKitchen Steward that is available evenings and weekends to support our kitchen team by maintaining cleanliness and organization to ensure a smooth workflow in the kitchen, while adhering to safety and hygiene standards.

What you will be doing:

• Operating dishwashers efficiently.
• Washing glassware and flatware.
• Polishing all glassware and flatware.
• Cleaning and sanitizing dishwasher mats, dish carts and dish racks.
• Responsible for receiving, stocking and organizing food and supply orders.
• Safely handling and storing cleaning products.
• General dish area maintenance which includes sweeping, mopping, organization and removal of garbage and compost.
• Other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

The person we are looking for has:

• Previous experience working in a dishwasher role or similar environment an asset
• Strong attention to detail
• The ability to take direction and remain calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment
• Organizational skills and an ability to multi-task
• Able to spend 100% of the time standing
• The ability to handle heavy lifting up 50 lbs

What’s in it for you?

• Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter benefits: 50% reimbursement of monthly transit pass
• Company RRSP
• Opportunity for internal career growth
• Working along side a collaborative team of likeminded individuals

A member of The Armour Group, The Barrington Hotel is an equal opportunity employer. We value our employees and their well-being. If you would like to join an organization with which you can have a work-life balance, career growth, long term job stability, and an opportunity to positively contribute to the community, this position may be for you!

BARRINGTON HOTEL, 1400-1701 Hollis Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada