Dishwasher

Job Number: J0126-0862 Job Title: Dishwasher Job Category: Food & Dining Services (Server, Cook, Dishwasher, Dietary Aide) Job Type: Permanent Part Time Date Posted: January 23, 2026 Closing Date: February 23, 2026 Number of Positions: 1
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If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional, and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work – they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living™.

We are searching for a Utility Worker (Dishwasher) to join our Parkland Clayton Park team based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you've made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits plan, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Life, travel, and other insurances
• Access to virtual healthcare 24/7 for FREE through the group health benefit plan
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program, including excellent discounts for apparel, restaurants, technology, fitness, travel, and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex's Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Processing all dishware and maintaining sanitation of dish machine, kitchen aide and dish sinks according to established cleaning guidelines
• Returning clean dishware to appropriate storage areas for use by Culinary Services employees.
• Reports damaged equipment to management
• Performs temperature checks on equipment and fridges a minimum of 3 times per day. Monitors temperatures on washing equipment to ensure that proper sanitization is occurring
• Sweeps and mops all kitchen floors; ensures all garbage is disposed of in appropriate manner; cleans all garbage containers and garbage areas
• Bussing of tables in the dining rooms and catering areas as required
• Maintaining cleanliness to standard in the kitchen and kitchen aide areas

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• You have completed High School or your GED
• You can work a schedule of flexible hours and shifts inclusive of days, nights, weekends, and holidays
• CPR & Emergency First Aid Certification and/or Basics Food Safety Training/ Food Handler's Course would be considered an asset
• Knowledge of basic cleaning procedures, equipment and chemicals used
• Previous experience working with seniors in a Retirement Living or Long-Term Care environment would be considered an asset

About Us

Shannex is a family-owned organization with a vision of Better Living for every stage of life. Since 1988, Shannex has grown from a single nursing home in Cape Breton to a trusted partner across healthcare, hospitality and lifestyle sectors. With locations in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Ontario, Shannex continues to build communities designed for connection, wellbeing and longevity. Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life, Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences, Parkland at Home, Faubourg du Mascaret, and Shannex Enhanced Care. Shannex also provides Transitional Health Services, in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information, visit shannex.com.

If you're ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.