Position Title: Kitchen Assistant / DishwasherDepartment: Food and BeverageReports to: Manager, Food and Beverage or designateOur Mission: Offer unique and memorable experiences through fun-filled programs, activities and eventsJob 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 safe, organized, and efficient kitchen environment.Roles and Responsibilities:Support kitchen staff with basic food preparation tasks and general kitchen dutiesEnsure kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards are maintained at all timesWash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipmentMaintain cleanliness of floors, prep surfaces, and waste disposal areasFollow all health and food safety standards (including immediate cleanup of spills and grease)Sweep, mop, and disinfect kitchen floors regularlyRemove garbage and recycling to designated pickup areasStock supplies and assist in loading/unloading deliveriesEnsure that all equipment and kitchen tools are cleaned and stored appropriatelyAssist with banquet or special event setups as neededComplete required daily cleaning and log sheets accuratelyAttend all mandatory training sessions,



including pre-season and corporate onboardingAssist other departments as required based on operational needsKey Qualifications:Strong work ethic and ability to take initiativeTeam-oriented with explicit communication skillsAble to work independently with minimal supervisionAble to lift up to 45 lbs (20.4 kg) repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasksComfortable working in a fast-paced, hot, and high-pressure environmentAble to follow verbal instructions and safety protocols preciselyDetail-oriented, especially regarding cleanliness and food safetyPrevious kitchen or dishwashing experience is an asset but not requiredSafe Food Handling Certificate (REG 493) and/or Smart Serve certification is an assetBilingualism is an assetAdditional Requirements:Passionate about the recreation, hospitality, or food and beverage industryApproachable, empathetic, and customer-focusedMust be flexible with scheduling – including evenings, weekends, holidays, and shift coverageMust provide your own uniform in compliance with Chicopee's uniform policyYou 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 (forFood and Beverage Employees) Training

📌 Kitchen Assistant 2026/27 (Kitchener)
🏢 Columbia Hospitality
📍 Kitchener