Dishwashing/Steward - Spring/Summer 2026

Join Fairmont Banff Springs as a Dishwasher/Steward for a minimum six-month full-time contract starting April 2026. This role is crucial for maintaining kitchen operations in a fast-paced, Michelin Key hotel environment. Responsibilities include operating industrial dishwashers, hand washing, cleaning cookware, sanitizing surfaces, managing waste, and adhering to safety standards. It offers a starting rate of $19.40 per hour with increases based on tenure, providing a stepping stone into hospitality with growth opportunities.

Must Have

• Operate industrial dishwashers safely and wash items by hand when needed
• Clean all cookware to a high standard
• Maintain cleanliness by sanitizing surfaces and keeping floors dry and hazard-free
• Store all cleaned items properly
• Manage recycling and trash removal from designated areas
• Follow all standard operating procedures and Fairmont standards
• Report any safety concerns or equipment issues
• Demonstrate flexibility by training and working in any required area
• Perform other assigned duties
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) certification
• Ability to operate industrial machinery
• Physically fit and able to work well under pressure
• Able to push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50+ lbs
• Able to bend, twist, climb, and kneel comfortably
• Reaching above and below shoulder level

Good to Have

• Previous experience

Perks & Benefits

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses

Company Description

Who We Are:

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.

Job Description

Thrive in a structured, fast-paced environment where attention to detail and routine matter. As a Dishwasher at our “1” Michelin Key hotel, awarded two years in a row, you’ll keep the kitchen running smoothly in a hot, busy setting. This role is a great stepping stone into hospitality, offering growth opportunities in a supportive team where we Make It Count.

Starting Rate: $19.40 per hour

We recognize tenure through our compensation. Hourly rates increase after six months, and yearly to three years. At three years the pay rate for this role would be $23.82.

Please note: This position begins in April and is offered as a minimum six-month contract.

Job Duties Include:

• Operate industrial dishwashers safely, wash items by hand when needed, and clean all cookware to a high standard.
• Maintain cleanliness by sanitizing surfaces, keeping floors dry and hazard-free, and storing all cleaned items properly.
• Manage recycling and trash removal from all designated areas.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and Fairmont standards, reporting any safety concerns or equipment issues.
• Demonstrate flexibility by training and working in any required area and performing other assigned duties.

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to):

• Constant standing and walking throughout an 8-hour shift
• Physically fit and able to work well under pressure
• Able to push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50+ lbs
• Able to bend, twist, climb, and kneel comfortably
• Reaching above and below shoulder level
• Working in loud environments, with exposure to hot, humid, and cold conditions, as well as dust, chemicals, fumes, and constant contact of water.

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience an asset
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) certification
• Ability to operate industrial machinery
• Passionate and organized about maintaining a clean safe working environment
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to work both independently, and as part of a team
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $4/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health, Orthodontics, Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.banffspringsjobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: bsh.careers@fairmont.com

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