Kitchen Steward - Refinery Cafe (Fixed Term)

Irving Oil; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite fitness facility

Competitive compensation

Benefits from day one

Paid vacation

Wellness program (EAP)

Volunteer day & donation matching

Job summary

Irving Oil is seeking a Café Kitchen Steward on a fixed-term contract at the Saint John Refinery. The role focuses on sanitation, inventory support, and daily food service activities to sustain a clean, safe, and branded environment.

The position runs 6:00am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with a term anticipated to last until November 13, 2026. Successful candidates will demonstrate reliability and a team-focused attitude in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and tools, including the dishwasher and hand-wash stations.
• Wash and sanitize kitchen areas, storage spaces, tables, tools, and knives.
• Store clean wares properly and return items to storage; send soiled items for re-scrubbing.
• Empty and manage trash, sweep and mop all kitchen and serving areas.
• Break down cardboard and dispose of waste in the utility room.
• Record daily logs and report maintenance needs to the manager.
• Develop positive working relationships and support team goals.
• Adhere to quality standards and operational procedures.

Skills

Under pressure handling

Time management

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Job description

As a Café Kitchen Steward - Fixed Term, you will support Irving Oil's Café operations at our Saint John Refinery location by maintaining clean, safe, and organized kitchen, storage, and service areas while contributing to a positive and branded employee experience. Your goal will be to ensure the efficient operation of the Café through proper sanitation, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and support of daily food service activities. Your success will depend on your ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization, work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and contribute to a collaborative team culture that delivers exceptional service.

This is a Fixed Term contract position anticipated to last until Nov 13, 2026.

Hours of operation for this position range are between 6:00am and 3:30pm, Monday to Friday.

What We Offer

• Work Environment – Work onsite and grow within Canada’s largest Refinery, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a café
• CompetitiveCompensation
• Flexible Benefits Plan – Including medical and dental benefits that are both in effect from day one
• Paid Vacation
• Wellness Support – With 24/7 access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community – Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation matching program

Your Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and tools, including the dishwashing machine, hand-wash stations, and pot-scrubbing station
• Wash and sanitize kitchen and storage areas, tables, tools, knives, shelving, and equipment
• Ensure clean wares are stored in appropriate areas; pull and stack cleaned items and return them to their proper storage locations. Send soiled items back for re-scrubbing and re-washing
• Empty, clean, and maintain trash cans
• Clean, sweep, and mop all areas in the kitchen and serving area
• Break down cardboard boxes and remove all garbage to the utility room for disposal
• Record daily logs required within your area of responsibility
• Report any maintenance or repair needs to the manager
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others and support the team in achieving common goals
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and operational standards
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested

Your Skills

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking skills
• Strong communication skills with a friendly, energetic, and team-oriented attitude

Your Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in the food service industry is an asset, preferably 3-5 years

The expected salary range for this position is $37,440 - $44,928. Placement within the range will be based on relevant experience, qualifications and skills.

Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that’s created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives. Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.

Job Requirements - Work Experience

Customer Service

Job Requirements - Education

High School