Dishwasher - Full Time

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.