DISHWASHER LEAD

Vintage Hotels; Niagara-on-the-Lake; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Vintage Hotels & Niagara’s Finest Hotels is seeking a Dishwasher Lead to supervise the stewarding team and ensure a continuous supply of clean dishes, utensils, and cookware. The role supports the dining facility and works under the Executive Chef or Sous Chef on duty.

The ideal candidate has kitchen experience, supervisory abilities, and a current Safe Food Handler’s Certificate, with a willingness to work in a fast-paced hotel environment. Equal opportunity employer in Canada.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen environment.
• Supervisory or management experience is considered an asset.
• Current Safe Food Handler’s Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and assists stewarding to ensure sufficient dish supplies.
• Washes dishes, utensils, pots and pans as required.
• Keeps work area clean and machines clean.
• Keeps floors swept and mopped on a regular basis.
• Reports to the Executive Chef or Sous Chef on duty.
• Provides training to new and existing team members.
• Assists in proper storage and organization of equipment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Supervisory exp

Fast-paced work

Education

Safe Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Vintage Hotels & Niagara’s Finest Hotels is currently seeking a Dishwasher Lead to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity that can provide flexibility, valuable work experience, and a chance to work with a tenured team.

Job Title: Dishwasher Lead

***Please note: By applying to this posting, you are applying for opportunities that may be available at any Vintage Hotels or Niagara's Finest Hotels property. ***

This posting is for an existing vacancy within Lais Hotel Properties Limited.

Position Summary:

Assists with supervising and assisting the stewarding team to ensure that the dining room and lounge has sufficient supplies of clean dishes, cutlery, utensils and cookware by washing and scrubbing them in a timely and efficient manner consistent with a superior dining facility.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary Responsibilities

• Providing personalized and exceptional guest service at every given opportunity
• Reporting to the Executive Chef or Sous Chef/Chef de Partie on duty
• Assists in providing training to new and existing team members
• Washes dishes, utensils, pots and pans as required in the kitchen area
• Keeps work area clean and organized
• Keeps machines clean and clear of food debris
• Ensures that floors are swept and mopped on a regular basis
• Ensures that dish washing machine is working at proper temperature
• Ensures proper storage and organization of equipment
• All other duties as assigned

Secondary Responsibilities

• Refills dispensers with proper chemicals
• Changes garbage and keeps compactor area clean
• Puts dirty linen into bags and brings to the laundry
• Having a thorough knowledge of Vintage Hotels’ products and services
• Suggesting additional products and services meeting our guests’ specific preferences

Technical/Managerial/Administrative Requirements:

• Basic knowledge of WHMIS (an asset)
• Standard first aid (asset)
• Ability to work under minimal supervision

Professional Requirements:

• Previous experience in a kitchen environment
• Supervisory or management experience is considered an asset
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Current Safe Food Handler’s Certificate

Personal Attributes:

• Able to work flexible shifts
• Proper grooming and hygiene
• Punctuality
• Good interpersonal skills
• Professional work ethics
• Good safety habits
• Positive sales-oriented personality
• Desire to meet goals
• Ethical and honest

Physical Requirements:

• Understanding routine changes to capacity flow
• Some lifting and moving required, able to stand for long periods of time

Lais Hotel Properties Limited is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized individuals, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our team.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability.