Kitchen Helper - Job ID J0826-0195

Columbia College; Calgary; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia College in Calgary is seeking a Casino Dishwasher to maintain sanitary conditions within the food services department. Under supervision, you will clean dishware, pots, pans and utensils, and ensure kitchen areas are sanitized daily.

The role requires standing, lifting, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Training is provided; prior experience is an asset. You must follow OHSA and WHMIS guidelines and work cooperatively with staff.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of foodservice operations.
• Previous experience is an asset; training provided.
• Able to operate dishwashing machines and handle cleaning chemicals safely.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize all dishware, pots, pans and utensils daily.
• Maintain sanitary kitchen areas, walls, floors and equipment.
• Operate commercial dishwashing machines and wash large items by hand.
• Sweep, mop floors and wipe counters; lift heavy items as needed.

Skills

Dishwashing

Job description

Job Description

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Sous Chef or Supervisor the Casino Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions within the food services department. Specifically, they will be responsible for cleaning and sanitation of all dishware, pots, pans and utensils that are used for food service production and consumption on a daily basis. The Casino Dishwasher is also responsible for maintaining sanitary working conditions including walls, floors, generalized and special cleaning of kitchen equipment, and will adhere to all health and safety practices related to food service operations. Speed and efficiency are required as well as the ability to operate a variety of commercial electric dishwashing and sanitation machines and washing large pots and pans by hands. Other job functions include tasks such as sweeping, mopping floors and wiping down counters. This position involves standing on their feet for the duration of their shift and must be physically able to lift big and/or heavy items.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Sous Chef or Supervisor the Casino Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining sanitary conditions within the food services department. Specifically, they will be responsible for cleaning and sanitation of all dishware, pots, pans and utensils that are used for food service production and consumption on a daily basis. The Casino Dishwasher is also responsible for maintaining sanitary working conditions including walls, floors, generalized and special cleaning of kitchen equipment, and will adhere to all health and safety practices related to food service operations. Speed and efficiency are required as well as the ability to operate a variety of commercial electric dishwashing and sanitation machines and washing large pots and pans by hands. Other job functions include tasks such as sweeping, mopping floors and wiping down counters. This position involves standing on their feet for the duration of their shift and must be physically able to lift big and/or heavy items.

Education Required

• The incumbent is required to have a basic understanding of foodservice establishments and the requirements and expectations of this position.
• Previous experience would be an asset, however training will be provided.
• Reporting to the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Sous Chef or Supervisor, the Kitchen Helper loads and operates the machine(s) required to clean certain pots, pans, utensils and silverware. They must pre‑wash dishes and pre‑scrub pots and pans as per prescribed procedures before putting them through the mechanical dishwasher system. Once the dishes, pots and pans have been cleaned, they make sure they have been properly stored and organized so that other kitchen workers will have immediate access to them.
• Equipment: Kitchen Helpers are responsible for keeping the machine in clean condition as well as cleaning out the drains and filters of the sinks and the machines. They must monitor and ensure all chemicals required for cleaning and sanitizing purposes are at the proper level required for the machine and are properly stored in their appropriate place.
• Trash/Cleanup: The Kitchen Helper is required to take out the trash and make sure it is secure inside of the dumpsters or garbage cans. They are required to sweep floors, mop and make sure the dish‑washing area is neat, organized and clean. They ensure that no food scraps are left on the cabinets, sinks, tables or dish‑washing equipment and that all food areas are wiped down and sanitized.
• Working Conditions: Kitchen Helpers must be able to tolerate the heat when the dish‑washing machines are running and be able to stand harsh chemicals and general cleaning solutions that help sanitize a kitchen area.
• Lifting: The Kitchen Helper should be in good physical condition that allows them to bend, kneel or stoop, so they can pick up items such as loads of dishes and other kitchen tools, machinery and food preparation equipment.
• The Kitchen Helper is required to develop and maintain positive workplace relationships with all other Casino employees and customers whom they come in contact with.
• Ensure all AGLC, Casino and other provincial or federally mandated laws, policies and procedures are stringently adhered to at all times.
• Use and wear the equipment, protective devices or clothing required by the Casino and work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA), regulations as well as internal health and safety policies and procedures.
• Report any issue or defective equipment or protective device, which could endanger anyone, or any contravention of the OHSA regulations, or Casino safety policies and procedures by another employee.

• Adhere to WHMIS at all times
• Attend required safety training programs and apply the knowledge gained from these training sessions
• Other duties as assigned

Skills Requirements

• Ability to work and thrive in a culturally diverse team oriented environment, and be able to function independently at times.
• Ability to take direction and be responsible for their actions.
• Consistently pay attention to detail
• Ability to work in a noisy fast paced environment.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding area and be familiar with a high-volume, fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Ability to mentor and train new staff.
• Must be available for shift-work, be able to stand for long periods of time, and to perform repetitive motions at times.
• Must be aware of and able to work in a smoking environment.

Other Requirements

We thank all applicants, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

• Priority will be given to Tsuut'ina Nation members.

Skills

• Dishwashing