Job Description

About Freehand Hospitality

Rooted in chef-led creativity, our team is passionate about bringing people together with bold flavours, thoughtful ingredients, and warm, welcoming service. We celebrate diverse culinary styles--from upscale Maritime dining to classic French fare--paired with genuine hospitality that leaves a lasting impression. Every dish tells a story, and every experience celebrates connection, community, and a true sense of place in Halifax.



Owning a strong connection to time and place, Drift pays homage to this region's land, people and history. Celebrating our natural abundance, Drift's culinary vision is to showcase the East Coast's most beloved ingredients stemming from a vibrant community of artisans, producers, farmers and fishers.

Chef Anthony Walsh has crafted menus featuring eclectic interpretations of familiar Maritime fare. Whether you're sampling an incredible variety of raw bar delicacies or tucking into a piping hodge podge, Drift's dishes aim to deliver equal parts comfort and surprise.



We are looking for a Kitchen Steward to support our kitchen team by maintaining cleanliness and organization to ensure a smooth workflow in the kitchen, while adhering to safety and hygiene standards. The successful candidate must be available to work evenings.

What you will be doing:

Operating dishwashers efficiently Ensuring that kitchen equipment, utensils, plates, and work areas are cleaned and sanitized to meet health and safety standards Cleaning and sanitizing dishwasher mats, dish carts and dish racks Responsible for receiving, stocking and organizing food and supply orders Safely handling and storing cleaning products General dish area maintenance which includes sweeping, mopping, organization and removal of garbage and compost Other duties or responsibilities as assigned

The person we are looking for has:

Previous experience working in a dishwasher role or similar environment an asset Strong attention to detail The ability to take direction and remain calm under pressure while working in a fast-paced environment Organizational skills and an ability to multi-task Able to spend 100% of the time standing The ability to handle heavy lifting up 50 lbs A reliable form of transportation, as public transportation may not be available late at night

What's in it for you?

Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits Employee Assistance Program Commuter benefits: 50% reimbursement of monthly transit pass RRSP Matching Opportunity for internal career growth Working along side a collaborative team of likeminded individuals

A member of The Armour Group, Freehand Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value our employees and their well-being. If you would like to join an organization with which you can have a work-life balance, career growth, long term job stability, and an opportunity to positively contribute to the community, this position may be for you!



Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to recruitment@armourgroup.com. While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.