Dishwasher

Chartwell Retirement Residences; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safe workplace

Competitive pay

Career growth

Welcoming culture

Job summary

Chartwell Retirement Residences is seeking a reliable Dishwasher to support the Dining Services team in maintaining a clean, safe kitchen for residents. You will wash dishes, sanitize areas, and assist with food storage while working collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors to uphold Chartwell’s high standards.

Qualifications include a secondary school education and a Food Handler certification; prior kitchen or dishwashing experience is preferred, especially in retirement or hospitality

Qualifications

• Secondary school education or equivalent.
• Food Handler certification (training provided if needed).
• Previous dishwashing or kitchen experience, preferably in a retirement residence or hospitality setting.
• Teamwork skills and good communication skills to interact with colleagues and residents.
• A customer-focused mindset and commitment to maintaining a safe, efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment by hand or in an industrial dishwasher.
• Keep kitchen equipment, floors, and work areas clean and sanitized.
• Empty garbage bins and take waste to the proper disposal area.
• Keep storage and utility rooms tidy and sanitary.
• Help with receiving and storing food supplies as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Customer focus

Education

Secondary school education or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Do you take pride in a spotless kitchen and know the importance of every detail when it comes to cleanliness and safety? As a Dishwasher at Chartwell, you’ll be a key part of the Dining Services team, ensuring that our kitchen runs smoothly, and our residents enjoy a safe, pleasant dining experience. Your reliability, attention to detail, and teamwork will help us maintain the high standards our residents deserve.

What You’ll Do

• Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment by hand or in an industrial dishwasher
• Keep kitchen equipment, floors, and work areas clean and sanitized
• Empty garbage bins and take waste to the proper disposal area
• Keep storage and utility rooms tidy and sanitary
• Help with receiving and storing food supplies as needed

What You’ll Bring

• Secondary school education or equivalent
• Food Handler certification (training provided if needed)
• Previous dishwashing or kitchen experience, preferably in a retirement residence or hospitality setting
• Teamwork skills and good communication skills to interact with colleagues and residents
• A customer-focused mindset and commitment to maintaining a safe, efficient work environment

What We Offer

• A safe, inclusive workplace where you’re supported and appreciated
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for leadership development and career growth
• A warm, welcoming culture inspired by our vision of making people’s lives better, driven by our mission to create happy, healthy, and meaningful lives for our residents

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in a hot kitchen environment while standing for extended periods
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds, bend, push, and pull
• Manual dexterity to handle tools and kitchen equipment safely
• Willingness to wear personal protective equipment and follow all safety procedures
• Clear Criminal Background Check, VSS and TB Test where required

About Us

At Chartwell, we’re all about Making People’s Lives BETTER: the lives of our residents and their families, and the lives of our employees. Join an exceptional group of diverse, inspiring, and caring people who are empowered to provide personalized, human experiences for our residents and staff through the connections they make every day within our communities.

Chartwell’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is a commitment to hiring people whose skills and abilities contribute the most to the success of the organization and who reflect the communities in which we live and work. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from a wide range of qualified candidates, including people with disabilities. If you have questions or require assistance with the application process, please email [e-mail] or call 1-888-663-6448.

Chartwell may use artificial intelligence to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.