Job Description

The YMCA of Northeastern Ontario has been serving our local communities for over 180 years and we are committed to supporting our local families, children, adults, youth and seniors in our various programs and services today.



At the YMCA, our values and purpose drive everything that we do. As a charity, we've championed values of empathy, health, trustworthy, inclusiveness, respect and responsibility. Helping people develop a healthy spirit, mind and body and inspiring a sense of social responsibility is the cornerstone of our legacy of caring.



To learn more about our programs and services offered please visit our website.



This job posting is for an existing vacancy and is intended to fill a current position within our organization.



We are currently looking for a Dishwasher to join our team of committed professionals. This full-time summer contract position within the Association is housed at the YMCA of Northeastern Ontario's John Island Camp location in Spanish, Ontario.

Under the leadership of the Kitchen Team Lead the Dishwasher is responsible for doing dishes (before, during, and after meal service), complying with health and food safety and cleanliness standards.



START DATE: June 28, 2025

LOCATION: Spanish, ON

RATE OF PAY: $500.00 per week



Major Responsibilities

• Clean dishes from meal service and food preparation
• Place dishes in storage area
• Maintaining dish cleaning equipment (i.e. dishwasher, taps etc.)
• Wash worktables, cupboards and appliances
• Support in daily cleaning of dish-pit, and other areas of kitchen when requested
• Ensure that the health code standards are met/exceeded
• Remove trash and clean kitchen garbage containers
• Sweep and mop floors, and perform other duties to assist kitchen staff
• Adhere to the YMCA 's and John Island Camp policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Other duties as assigned by the Association


Qualifications

• Possession of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) considered an asset
• WHMIS Certifications
• Strong communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Able to lift a maximum of 50lb
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
• Current and satisfactory Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector


HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to work in a family friendly environment, please apply, by website only, with a cover letter and resume to the attention of the Personnel Committee



Please ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for.



All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, you must advise the Human Resources Department.



Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit a current and satisfactory Police Record with Vulnerable Sector Check for review prior to starting employment. Police records are reviewed on an individual basis, and any offences are considered in relation to the nature of the position and its responsibilities, particularly in working with children and vulnerable populations. A positive record does not automatically disqualify a candidate from employment.



Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.



YMCA of Northeastern Ontario is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be promoted or employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications.



Educational credentials completed outside of Canada require a copy of your World Education Services documents (WES) along with your credentials. If you do not have a WES document, please visit https://www.wes.org/ca/. Applications submitted without a WES document will not be considered.