Mission Statement: Understand the aspirations of seniors and respond with innovative supports.

Vision Statement: Building inclusive communities where all seniors are connected to living their best possible life.

What to expect when you join SPLC:

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits

• Rewarding career that supports meaningful work in our communities

• Training and Professional Development opportunities

• Healthy and safe working environment

Position: Kitchen Attendant (Part-Time)
Hours of Work: 21 hours per week
Reports to: Food, Beverage and Hospitality Team Leader
Deadline: Until position is filled
Date Posted: December 22 2025

Position Summary
Responsible for ensuring a safe, hygienic, and efficient kitchen environment by maintaining the cleanliness and organization of all food service, storage, and dining areas

Responsibilities:

1. Maintains cleanliness and tidiness in the Food Services department

• Ensures all items washed in the dishwasher are spotless, free of stains, food residue or chemical streaks before storing.
• Maintains the dishwashing area clean, always organized and hazard-free.
• Supports food deliveries by assisting with receiving, organizing, and storing items safely.
• Checks garbage containers for mistakenly discarded reusable items (cutlery, glassware, smallwares) before disposal

2. Operates and maintains equipment in a safe manner

• Clean the dishwashing machine after each meal period, ensuring no foreign particles are stuck or left in the drains.
• Uses equipment, materials, cleaners and protective devices according to safe

3. Supports Cook and Food Preparation Activities

• Prepares basic mise in place items to support menu production, catering, and à-la-carte service.
• Provides support during service periods by restocking ingredients, passing items to the Cook, organizing tools/equipment, and ensuring all stations are clean and replenished.
• Helps ensure smooth kitchen workflow during busy periods by maintaining readiness of prep tables, cutting boards, utensils, and smallware.
• Supports the Cook in special events, seasonal menus, and daily operations by completing prep duties assigned at the beginning of each shift.

Education:

• High School graduate with OSSD or equivalent, an asset

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum one (1) year experience in restaurant, cafeteria, or food services environment.

• Strong knowledge of cleaning and sanitation procedures, including dishwashing operations and food safety standards.

• Ability to follow instructions, work in fast-paced environments, and maintain high standards of cleanliness.

• Good communication skills in English; ability to work collaboratively with multicultural teams.

• Commitment to safe and sustainable work practices.

• Knowledge of Public Health standards, WHMIS, and workplace safety protocols is an asset.

Others:

• Vulnerable Sector screening required

• Proof of full vaccination or Medical Exemption Certificate

• Required to work evening or weekend hours

• Exposure to high temperatures, steam, and kitchen equipment.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs

Senior Persons Living Connected (SPLC) is a diverse work environment. We encourage applications from all persons, including persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided, if needed, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.