Dishwasher - Full Time

Compass Canada; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group Canada (Beaver) Ltd. is seeking a reliable dishwasher to support busy food production environments in Mississauga. The role involves washing and sanitizing cookware, inspecting items, and maintaining clean work areas to prevent contamination.

You will operate cleaning equipment, monitor sanitation levels and assist kitchen teams to ensure availability of clean equipment during production shifts. Prior kitchen experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Able to follow site procedures for food safety and cleaning.
• Experience in dishwashing or kitchen sanitation is an asset.
• Willing to learn and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse and sanitize pots, pans, utensils and containers using dishwashing equipment or manual methods.
• Inspect items for residue or damage and return them to storage.
• Keep clean and dirty items separated to prevent contamination.
• Operate dishwashing equipment and clean racks and filters per site procedures.
• Record temperatures and sanitizer levels and report out-of-range readings.
• Clean sinks, surfaces, carts and floors according to the cleaning schedule.
• Handle waste and ensure recycling areas are clean.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures.

Skills

Dependable

Punctual

Team player

Attention to detail

Good communication

Stamina for standing hours

Job description

As a Dishwasher, you will:

• Wash, rinse and sanitize pots, pans, trays, utensils, food containers and removable equipment parts using commercial dishwashing equipment and approved manual cleaning methods.
• Inspect cleaned items for food residue and damage, and return them to their designated storage areas.
• Keep clean and dirty items separated to prevent contamination.
• Operate and clean the dishwashing equipment according to site procedures, including removing food debris and cleaning racks and filters.
• Check and record dishwashing temperatures and sanitizer concentrations as assigned, and promptly report any readings outside the required limits.
• Clean sinks, work surfaces, carts, floors and other assigned areas according to the cleaning schedule.
• Remove garbage and recycling, and keep waste containers and collection areas clean.
• Follow food safety, personal hygiene, allergen control and workplace safety procedures.
• Use cleaning chemicals and protective equipment correctly, and report equipment problems, damage or unsafe conditions to the Production Manager.
• Work with the kitchen and production teams to ensure clean equipment and utensils are available when needed.

Working Conditions

• Work in a busy food production facility where cleaning tasks must keep pace with production.
• Spend much of the shift standing and walking, with frequent bending, reaching and repetitive movements.
• Lift and carry pots, trays and containers, and push or pull carts using safe handling practices and assistance when needed.
• Work around hot water, steam, humidity, splashes and operating equipment, with occasional access to refrigerated areas.
• Handle approved cleaning and sanitizing chemicals following training and safe-use instructions.
• Wear required protective clothing and equipment, including appropriate safety footwear, hair restraints, gloves and aprons.

About you:

• You are dependable, punctual and take pride in keeping your work area clean and organized
• You are willing to learn and follow site procedures for food safety, equipment operation and chemical handling.
• Previous dishwashing, commercial kitchen, sanitation or food manufacturing experience is an asset.
• You can manage a steady workload and adjust priorities as production needs change.
• You work well independently and as part of a team, and communicate promptly when something needs attention.
• You can follow written and verbal instructions and complete basic cleaning records accurately.
• You pay attention to detail and understand why thorough cleaning matters in food production.