Dishwasher (Steward)

Banff Centre; Banff; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development

Staff cafeteria and restaurantDiscount

Onsite fitness facility

Job summary

Banff Centre is seeking a dedicated Dishwasher (Steward) to support our dining facilities. The role involves operating a commercial dishwasher, sorting and loading dishes, and ensuring a steady supply of clean trays, dishes, and utensils for service areas and dining rooms.

Hours are full-time with a rotating schedule, including weekends. The position requires physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds and strong English communication to follow directions and collaborate with the team.

Qualifications

• Previous dish-washing experience, both hand washing and with a commercial dishwasher.
• Able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.
• Able to communicate and take directions in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dishwasher and maintain a steady flow of clean dishes, utensils and trays.
• Sort and load items for washing and handle pots and pans as needed.
• Unload and store clean kitchenware in designated areas.
• Follow cleaning schedules for dish-room and related areas.
• Assist with banquet equipment preparation and post-event cleaning.

Skills

Dishwashing exp

English communication

Job description

Dishwasher (Steward)

The Opportunity

The Kitchen at Banff Centre is looking for a hard‑working and energetic full‑time Steward to work behind the scenes in our various dining facilities. A team‑player with a positive attitude, our dishwashers ensure the adequate supply of clean trays, dishes, and utensils in the service areas and dining rooms.

Specific Accountabilities

• Fill and drain the dishwasher during the shift
• Sort dirty dishes, cutlery, glassware by type and load into the machine
• Prepare pots and pans for loading into dishwasher
• Unload clean dishes and kitchenware and store in designated areas in the kitchen and servery areas
• Follow a weekly schedule of cleaning, soaking, and polishing duties as determined by the Chief Steward
• Clean, polish and prepare banquet equipment for special events
• Clean dishwasher after each meal period by emptying water tanks, discarding all garbage collected in the tanks, spraying any residue of the inside of the machine and polishing the outside of the machine including the unloading end of the dishwasher
• Clean walls, ceilings and floors in the dish‑room and garbage room, including garbage bins according to daily and weekly cleaning schedule.
• Keep the hallway adjacent to the dish‑room and food lift clean
• Spray and clean carts/cabinets when required
• Ensure garbage cans are hosed and soaped when necessary
• Clean and organize dish‑room shelves and kitchen shelves where the inserts are kept

Qualification and Educational Requirements

• Previous dish‑washing experience, both washing by hand and with a commercial dishwasher
• Able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
• Able to communicate and take directions in English

Special Requirements

• Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule and weekends.

Employment Terms & Benefits

• In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, hourly support staff position, subject to a 500 hour probationary period.
• This position pays $18.64 per hour working up to 40 hours per week on a rotating schedule.
• Benefits of working at Banff Centre are:
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional development
  • Staff cafeteria and restaurant discounts
  • Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate – first month free for new staff!

Application Process

• We are accepting applications for the Dishwasher (Steward) position until suitable candidates have been found.
• Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be finalized.
• Visa Requirements: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.