Dishwasher

Minimum one year of dishwashing experience in a restaurant or commercial kitchen is required. Please ensure this experience is clearly shown on your resume.

Location: PAI Square One, Mississauga, Ontario

Department: Back of House

Reports to: Kitchen Manager

Employment type: Full-time/Part-Time

About Us

By Chef Nuit Hospitality is home to award-winning restaurant concepts including PAI, Kiin, Sukhothai, Thai Tavern, Chaiyo by PAI, Makilala, and UP Events. Our restaurants bring people together through exceptional food, warm hospitality, and memorable guest experiences.Led by Chef Nuit Regular, PAI celebrates the authentic flavours of Northern Thailand through traditional recipes, fresh ingredients and time-honoured cooking techniques. We’re a community built on a shared love for hospitality and teamwork, where people can learn, develop their skills and grow their careers.We’re growing our PAI family! As we get ready to open our doors at Square One, we’re looking for passionate, hardworking people to join our opening team. Whether you’re building on your kitchen experience or pursuing a career in guest service, you’ll help bring the flavours and welcoming spirit of PAI to our guests.

Position summary

The Dishwasher keeps dishes, glassware, cutlery, cookware and kitchen utensils clean, sanitized and ready for use. This role maintains an organized dishwashing area, helps the kitchen and service teams maintain a steady supply of clean items, and completes assigned cleaning and waste disposal duties throughout the shift.

Key responsibilities

· Sort, scrape and rinse used dishes, glassware, cutlery, cookware and utensils before washing

· Load and unload the commercial dishwasher correctly, using the appropriate racks and avoiding overcrowding or damage

· Wash, rinse and sanitize pots, pans, trays, containers and other items by hand where required, following the approved sink procedure

· Check washed items for food residue and cleanliness,



rewash items as needed and allow items to air-dry before storing

· Return clean items to designated storage areas and keep clean and dirty items separated to prevent contamination

· Check dishwasher operation and complete assigned wash or rinse temperature and sanitizer checks and logs according to equipment instructions and kitchen procedures

· Use detergents, sanitizers and cleaning products according to instructions, use required protective equipment and report low supplies or equipment faults promptly

· Maintain a steady flow of clean dishes, utensils and cookware during busy service periods, coordinating priorities with the kitchen and service teams

· Keep dishwashing sinks, racks, counters, machine surfaces and surrounding work areas clean and organized. Clear drains and filters as instructed

· Sweep and mop assigned floors, clean spills promptly and keep walkways clear of racks, boxes and other obstacles

· Collect, sort and remove garbage, recycling and organics according to restaurant procedures, and clean waste containers and designated waste areas

· Handle broken glass, sharp utensils and damaged items safely and report breakage or unsafe conditions to the supervisor

· Complete assigned opening, closing and cleaning checklists, including draining and cleaning dishwashing equipment as instructed

· Clean assigned food preparation and production areas and complete other general cleaning duties as directed

· Follow food safety, sanitation and workplace safety procedures, participate in required meetings and training, and work respectfully with colleagues

· Perform other related cleaning and kitchen support duties as assigned by the supervisor





Qualifications and skills

· Minimum one year of experience in dishwashing, stewarding or a similar restaurant or commercial kitchen support role

· Valid Food Handler Certificate required

· Ability to follow dishwashing, sanitation, chemical handling and workplace safety instructions

· Understanding of the need to separate clean and dirty items and prevent contamination

· Ability to organize work and keep pace with a continuous flow of dishes and cookware during busy service periods

· Attention to detail when checking cleanliness, sorting items and storing clean equipment

· Maintain good personal hygiene and follow restaurant grooming, handwashing and uniform standards

· Patient, organized and able to maintain a positive approach under pressure

· Transparent communication, reliability, punctuality and a respectful, supportive approach to teamwork

· Receptive to training in PAI’s equipment, cleaning procedures and sanitation standards

Schedule and working conditions

· Full-time or part-time. Weekly hours may vary based on operational needs, up to 44 hours per week for full-time positions. A set number of hours is not guaranteed

· Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

· Work is performed on site in a hot, wet, humid and noisy kitchen and dishwashing area, with exposure to steam, water and cleaning products

· Duties involve standing and walking for extended periods, repetitive lifting and handling of dishes and cookware, reaching and bending

· Safely lift and carry bags, cases, dish racks and stacks of kitchenware weighing up to 60 lb (approximately 27 kg), with accommodation where required

Accessibility and inclusion

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Accommodations are available during the recruitment process. Please let Human Resources know if you require support to participate.

Pay: From $17.95 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Dishwasher (Mississauga)
🏢 PAI Square One, Mississauga, ON
📍 Mississauga