Dishwasher

Role overview

Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge is seeking a full-time Dishwasher to join its food and beverage team at the Canmore, Alberta property. This is a permanent position with a schedule of 30 to 40 hours per week and an hourly wage of $17.50. The role may include night shifts, and a shift premium is offered when scheduled as a Night Cleaner. Overtime may be required and will be paid at time and a half.

Set in the Canadian Rockies, the lodge offers a mountain-resort environment with strong focus on team culture, guest service, and career growth. The property is part of the Autograph by Marriott collection.

What you'll do

• Clean chinaware and glassware using the dishwashing equipment
• Wash and sort cutlery, then place all items in their proper storage locations
• Handle cleaning chemicals correctly and store them safely
• Keep the dish area tidy through sweeping, mopping, and general upkeep
• Reduce breakage by handling tableware carefully
• Wash pots and put them away properly
• Flag safety concerns and help prevent accidents
• Prepare items for banquet and function service, such as plate setups and chafing dishes
• Coordinate closely with kitchen and service teams to keep operations moving
• Take on additional tasks as needed

What we're looking for

• Prior dishwashing or similar experience is helpful but not mandatory
• Someone energetic and adaptable who can stay effective under pressure
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and hazard awareness
• A cooperative team member who works well with others
• Comfort working rotating or shift-based schedules
• Good organization and the ability to manage several tasks at once

Physical requirements

• Ability to stand for long periods, typically 6 to 10+ hours per shift
• Frequent walking between kitchen, dish area, and storage areas
• Capacity to repeat scrubbing, rinsing, loading, and unloading tasks
• Ability to lift and carry heavy items such as pots, pans, trays, dish racks, and garbage bags
• Ability to push and pull loaded carts and racks
• Comfort with bending, twisting, and reaching overhead or low storage spaces
• Work in a warm, humid environment with steam exposure
• Regular contact with water, detergents, and other cleaning agents
• Ability to work quickly in a busy, high-volume setting, especially during peak service, banquets, and events

Perks and benefits

• Annual wage review and performance review
• 5 personal days per year after 90 days of continuous full-time employment
• Food and beverage discounts across all 6 dining outlets
• Opportunities for professional and personal development
• Recently renovated onsite staff housing, including an employee gym
• One meal per day in the employee cafeteria, treated as a taxable benefit
• Discounts on Activities Committee offerings such as skydiving, yoga, and rafting
• Shuttle service to Calgary and Canmore
• Health and wellness benefits, subject to certain restrictions
• Vacation accrual begins on the first day of work at 4% of earnings
• Marriott Destinations membership with discounted room and dining rates at Marriott hotels
• Discounted access to the Nordic Spa
• Discounted ski pass and golf rates
• Kananaskis Parks Pass
• Seasonal availability subject to cut-off dates

Additional information

This opportunity is part of a work-hard, play-hard environment in the mountains, with a focus on commitment, teamwork, and growth. The role is intended for someone who can thrive in a busy resort setting and contribute to smooth kitchen operations.

Application note

No external application link is included here. Applicants interested in learning more should refer to the employer’s hiring channels.