Casual Dishwasher

Cogir Senior Living; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 1,791,000 - 2,342,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Edmonton is seeking a dedicated Dishwasher to help maintain a clean, efficient kitchen in a retirement residence environment.

The role involves loading and operating dishwashers, keeping work areas sanitary, and supporting dietary needs of residents under supervision, while upholding ethics and resident rights.

Qualifications

• Empathy for and ability to get along with elderly and handicapped.
• Ability to follow proper food handling and storage procedures.
• Follow directions to serve food correctly according to portions.
• Work accurately and quickly.
• Read and write English.
• Provide a Vulnerable Sector Check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Load, operate and empty dishwashers; put dishes away.
• Maintain a clean cooking area including surfaces and storage.
• Damp mop floors.
• Clean kitchen equipment such as blenders, fridges and dishwashers.
• Attend in-service training and staff meetings as required.
• Support resident rights and participate in quality improvement programs.
• Work in a position of trust with residents.
• Uphold the organization’s values of ethics, morality, and integrity.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Empathy for elderly

English literacy

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Job description

Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care.

For over 25 years, we have dedicated every day to the happiness of retirees.

Human Focus - Creativity - Excellence

We’re seeking individuals with a purpose and passion for life and who are looking for meaningful work that will make a real difference.

Reporting to the Culinary Manager, the Dishwasher is responsible for the loading, operating and emptying of the dishwasher, in addition to ensuring all kitchen equipment and surfaces are kept clean and operational.

Key Responsibilities

• To load, operate and empty dishwashers, putting the dishes away;

• To maintain a clean cooking area, including work table surfaces, stoves, ovens, grills, food storage room and exhaust hood, etc.;

• To damp mop floors;

• To clean other kitchen equipment such as blenders, refrigerators, dishwashers, etc.;

• To perform all duties with cleanliness in mind;

• To be aware of the Resident Rights & Responsibilities and endeavor to respect and promote it;

• To attend in-service training as required in order to better serve the dietary needs of the residents;

• To attend staff meetings as required to be aware of changes in Residence that have taken place;

• To participate in the Quality Improvement Program;

• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);

• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity;

• To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have an empathy for and ability to get along with the elderly and the handicapped

• Ability to understand and follow the proper food handling and storage procedures

• The ability to understand and follow directions to serve the food correctly and attractively according to specified portion control

• The ability to work accurately and quickly

• Able to read and write English

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

Cogir is committed to ensuring that all employment practices are inclusive. As an organization we are committed to providing and arranging accommodation for candidates upon request.