DEPARTMENT: Bakery Department

POSITION TITLE: Full-Time Dishwasher (Must be able to work on Saturdays & Sundays)

LOCATION: Village Grocer (Markham, Ontario)

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Kitchen Dishwasher

Join Our Kitchen Team!

Every great product starts with a clean, organized, and effective workspace. As a Dishwasher in our Commercial Kitchen Department, you'll play an essential role in supporting our kitchen team by ensuring cookware, utensils, and equipment are clean, stocked, and ready for use.

This position is perfect for someone who takes pride in a job well done, enjoys staying active throughout the day, and thrives in a fast-paced team environment. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy contributing to the success of a busy kitchen, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Bring

A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Cooperativley works within a team enviornment

Availability to work 5 days a week (a balance of weekdays & weekends)

Commitment to maintaining high standards of personal hygiene and appearance

Ability to follow company policies, safety procedures, and dress code requirements

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to work safely and effectively in a physically active role involving standing, bending, reaching, and lifting

Willingness to learn proper handling and use of dishwashing equipment and cleaning chemicals

Familiarity with kitchen equipment and utensils is an asset but not necessary

Key Responsibilities

Wash dishes, trays, pots, pans, utensils, and bakery equipment by hand

Maintain clean and organized kitchen and food preparation areas

Ensure equipment, cookware,



and utensils are sanitized and ready for use

Restock clean items in designated storage areas

Assist with retrieving supplies and products from bakery and storage areas

Remove waste and recycling materials and transport them to designated collection areas

Clean and maintain garbage and recycling containers

Support the kitchen team in maintaining a safe, clean, and productive work environment

Working Environment

A fast-paced and energetic work environment

Exposure to warm kitchen areas, commercial dishwashing equipment, and occasional noise

Access to walk-in coolers and freezers

Regular standing, walking, lifting, and movement throughout the shift

What Success Looks Like

Reliable, punctual, and committed to their scheduled shifts

Positive team players who enjoy helping others

Strong communicators who treat colleagues with professionalism and respect

Observant and detail-oriented, with a focus on cleanliness and food safety

Able to follow instructions carefully and ask questions when needed

Motivated, energetic, and willing to take initiative

Dedicated to completing tasks efficiently and maintaining high standards

Why Join Village Grocer?

Be part of a supportive and collaborative team

Gain valuable food service and bakery experience

Develop workplace skills in safety,



organization, and equipment operation

Work in a dynamic environment where your contribution makes a real difference every day

About the Village Grocer

The Village Grocer has been a purveyor of quality foods in the Markham community for over 35 years. Started in 1986 by Evan & Cathy MacDonald, the company’s focus is to provide customers with wholesome & quality foods together with a high level of personalized service. The Village Grocer experience includes a full range of unique, every day and gourmet food offerings in a friendly retail-shopping environment that exudes discovery for the shopper. Under the banner “Great People, Quality Food” the Village Grocer provides consumers with quality food options beyond conventional food retailers.

The Village Grocer is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of The Village Grocer to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 44.0 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Describe your dishwasher / kitchen experience?

Experience:

- Restaurant / Kitchen: 1 year (required)

Language:

- English (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Dishwasher (Markham)
🏢 The Village Grocer
📍 Markham