Position Title: Kitchen Assistant / Dishwasher

Department: Food and Beverage

Reports to: Manager, Food and Beverage or designate

Our Mission: Offer unique and memorable experiences through fun-filled programs, activities and events

Job Summary: Kitchen Assistants play a key support role in the daily operations of the Chicopee kitchen. This individual will assist with basic food prep, maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards, and ensure dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment are properly cleaned and stored. This position is critical to maintaining a secure, organized, and productive kitchen environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Support kitchen staff with basic food preparation tasks and general kitchen duties

Ensure kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards are maintained at all times

Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment

Maintain cleanliness of floors, prep surfaces, and waste disposal areas

Follow all health and food safety standards (including immediate cleanup of spills and grease)

Sweep, mop, and disinfect kitchen floors regularly

Remove garbage and recycling to designated pickup areas

Stock supplies and assist in loading/unloading deliveries

Ensure that all equipment and kitchen tools are cleaned and stored appropriately

Assist with banquet or special event setups as needed

Complete required daily cleaning and log sheets accurately

Attend all mandatory training sessions, including pre-season and corporate onboarding

Assist other departments as required based on operational needs





Key Qualifications:

Strong work ethic and ability to take initiative

Team-oriented with clear communication skills

Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Able to lift up to 45 lbs (20.4 kg) repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasks

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hot, and high-pressure environment

Able to follow verbal instructions and safety protocols preciselyDetail-oriented, especially regarding cleanliness and food safety

Previous kitchen or dishwashing experience is an asset but not required

Safe Food Handling Certificate (REG 493) and/or Smart Serve certification is an asset

Bilingualism is an asset

Additional Requirements:

Passionate about the recreation, hospitality, or food and beverage industry

Approachable, empathetic, and customer-focused

Must be flexible with scheduling – including evenings, weekends, holidays, and shift coverage

Must provide your own uniform in compliance with Chicopee’s uniform policy

You have, or can use our Human Resource platform to obtain, the following certificates: WHMIS; Ladder Safety; Ontario Health & Safety Awareness (OHSA); Workplace Violence & Harassment (Bill 168 & 132); Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA); IASR: Information and Communications Standards and Employment Standards; Understanding Human Rights; Safe Lifting; Gender and Sexual Diversity; Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB); Safe Food Handling (for Food and Beverage Employees) Training

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📌 Kitchen Assistant 2026/27 (Ontario)
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📍 Ontario