Job Description

We are currently seeking the ideal candidate to fill the position of:

DISHWASHER

FULL-TIME

ABOUT THE FOUNDATION

The Palin Foundation administers the Toronto Metropolitan Student Centre (TMU-SC) along with Oakham House. TMU-SC is home to student unions, affiliated campus groups, The Eyeopener newspaper, Met Radio and the Good Food Centre. Inside Oakham House you'll find the Office of the Ombudsperson, Oakham Cafe, The Met Campus Pub and a host of rentable venue spaces.

Mission
The Palin Foundation provides stable student employment, affordable and healthy food, a platform for advocacy, flexible space for student needs and a connection to community.

"FACES" of the Foundation
We operate with a mandate to provide:
Affordable and healthy food, a platform for advocacy, connection to a broader community stable student employment, and flexible space that fits your needs.

Vision
A thriving, inclusive and independent student-led space.

Values

Respect for all members of the Foundation's community Integrity in service delivery, external partnerships and operations Accessibility by reducing barriers so everyone benefits from shared space

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Dishwasher to join our kitchen team. In this role, you will play a key role in ensuring the timely care and cleanliness of the dishware and cutlery in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Dishwasher

Maintains a clean kitchen, properly washes, and sorts soiled dishes. Keeps dish area organized and free of clutter Set up dish station, including dish machine, cutlery pre-soak, and storage shelving units. Maintains clean / dry floors throughout the shift Properly washes, stacks, and stores plates, glassware, silverware, cookware, and storage containers Maintains rubbish, organic waste and recycling materials throughout shift and removes full rubbish bins and boxes at the end of each shift Assists in food prep and any other duties set forth or requested by the chef/lead hand as needed Alert senior staff to any issues pertaining to equipment maintenance or safety

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 1 year experience in a busy restaurant kitchen Good working knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and health codes Bonus Points: Food Handler's Certificate Training from a culinary school
Required skills & demonstrated knowledge

At team player with effective communication skills Organizational Skills Strong interpersonal skills. Strives for improvement and is eager to mentor others to achieve excellence as a team
Physical Effort & Working Conditions

Physical Demands - Standing, walking, reaching, bending, twisting, carry/lift 40 lbs, and push/pull 200 lbs. Repetitive Action -Loading and unloading the dish machine, replenishing clean dish items, unload deliveries, operate and clean all equipment and tools. Safety Risk Factors - Twisting, slippery floor surfaces, nuisance dust, hot cooking surfaces, hot water, hot pots, and pans, sharp, pointed tools, fumes, sprays, hazardous cleaning solutions. Basic written and verbal communication skills Ability to work as a team player Organizational skills

COMPENSATION & CULTURE:

Position Title: Dishwasher

Department: Kitchen

Base Salary: $22.28 hourly (increased based on seniority)
Benefits: Extended health and dental benefits, and access to defined benefit pension plan (CAAT) after successful completion of probation period; 2 weeks paid vacation + paid winter shutdown per year; 14 paid sick days per year.
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Unionized
Tentative start date: January 2026
Supervisory: This position reports directly to the Kitchen Manager/Lead Hand
Location: Onsite

Don't meet every single requirement? We strongly encourage you to still apply! At The Palin Foundation, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage your application even if you don't believe you meet every single qualification outlined - part of our organizational ethos is the development and building of capacity within our team.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The Palin Foundation is committed to employment equity and the creation of a staff group that reflects the community that we serve. As such, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, ancestry, colour, place of origin, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, family status or marital status, or any other protected category recognized by provincial or federal laws. We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse community.

Should you require any accommodation, please inform us and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. For any accessibility-related assistance, requests for information in accessible alternative formats or to report any accessibility problems, please share in your application.

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION:

Please submit your application by email to jobs@tmusc.ca with the subject line "Dishwasher Application". In your application, please include a resume and cover letter that demonstrates you're fit for the position. Applications are accepted and reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. The Palin Foundation thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Learn more about the Palin Foundation by visiting https://www.tmustudentcentre.ca/about/about-tmu-student-centre

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.28 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care
Experience:

busy kitchen: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person