Dishwasher

Part-Time Dishwasher at our Emerald Hills location (700, 8005 Emerald Drive) in Sherwood Park, AB

Want to enjoy a free lunch and a yearly bonus?

Join us in our mission to Connect community through food and cultural experience. Working at the Italian Centre Shop is like being part of our family.  We value, reward, and promote team members who are passionate about food, family, community and committed to doing a great job. 

Schedule Details 

• Monday to Sunday Availability 
• Shifts vary between 7:00 a.m. till 9:15 p.m. 
• Mornings, Mid-day, Evenings and Weekends Required

What We Offer

• Free lunch with most shifts
• Flexible work schedule
• On site parking
• A great atmosphere where we listen to your ideas
• Excellent health benefits start after three months for full time employees
• An opportunity to work with a supportive team
• A clean and safe work environment

What You'll Be Doing

• Collecting used kitchenware from the workstations and kitchen areas.
• Loading and unloading dishwashing machines.
• Hand-washing specific items (for example, wooden cutting boards, large pots, etc.).
• Storing cleaned kitchenware, baking pans, pots, and equipment appropriately.
• Setting up workstations before meal prep begins.
• Ensuring there are always enough clean pots, pans, and cooking/serving utensils, especially during peak hours.
• Maintaining cleaning supplies in stock (e.g., detergents) and placing orders when necessary.
• Checking washing machines operation and promptly reporting any technical/performance issues.
• Removing garbage regularly.
• Sanitizing the kitchen area, including the floor.
• Adhering to all appropriate workplace regulations, compliances, and legislation regarding health and safety, food preparation standards, and company policies and procedures. 
• Be continually aware of, and maintain, the highest standards of professionalism. 
• Maintaining a professional appearance, demeanor, and attitude at all times. 
• Protecting the health and safety of others by adopting safe work practices and reporting unsafe conditions immediately. 
• Greeting customers with a smile and answering their questions as required. 
• Maintaining familiarity with the composition of all menu items. 
• Ensuring all kitchen equipment and tools are being used safely and according to provided directions. 
• Ensuring food is handled, stored, and cooked according to health and safety standards and that proper cleanup occurs to meet health regulations. 
• Cleaning agreed-upon designated areas in accordance with laid-down procedures, morning or evening routines, and hygiene requirements. 
• Cleaning and setting tables according to established standards, ensuring that all items used are clean, undamaged, and in a good state of repair. 
• Assisting in other areas as needed during peak times. 
• Helping to raise the standards within the department and bring new concepts forth.
• Other duties as required.

Physical Requirements

• Long periods of standing and walking
• Frequent bending and twisting
• Manual and repetitive tasks

We are willing to train the right candidate, but most successful candidates have these:

• High School or GED from an accredited school system or program is preferred
• 2+ years of experience in a fast-paced customer service role
• 1+ years of experience in a café environment

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent listening skills and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work under pressure, while maintaining a professional image at all times
• Work independently with little direct supervision
• Have a well-balanced concern for both task and people
• Have a genuine concern for needs of customers

Work Conditions

• Required to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Required at times to work with challenging customers and/or situations.
• Exposed to hot and cold environments.
• Exposed to loud noises and moving equipment. 

 Physical Requirements

• Long periods of standing and walking
• Frequent motions include bending, twisting, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Manual and repetitive tasks.
• On occasion, you may be required to lift up to 50 lbs.