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@ Aramark

Halifax, Nova Scotia

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Overview

Aramark is hiring a General Utility Worker to keep dishes, equipment and work areas clean and sanitized. The role covers dishwashing, light maintenance, custodial tasks and following food safety procedures. The posting states flexible hours including evenings and weekends, and the position is unionized with SEIU Local 2.

Responsibilities:

  • Clean and sanitize dishes, pots, pans and kitchen equipment
  • Maintain the dishwashing station and three-compartment sink
  • Perform light maintenance and custodial tasks
  • Report equipment issues to management
  • Follow Aramark safety and food safety policies

Requirements summary:

  • Basic understanding of sanitation procedures
  • Ability to follow basic safety procedures around hazardous chemicals
  • Availability for flexible hours including evenings and weekends

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalRetirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
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First seen by our source
2026-10-15
Source record updated
2026-10-25

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentGeneral labour
Scheduleevening, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingRestaurant or kitchen, Plant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Tuition support, Free or discounted meals, Uniform provided

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Job description

Job Description

Are you self-motivated and proud of the work you do? Here at Aramark, we take pride in the level of service and safety we provide! As a General Utility Worker on our team of other service stars, you’ll take on the important task of maintaining the cleanliness of dishes, equipment, and the environments we work in. The best part? It’s just the starting point of your career, so launch your future with us!

Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Aramark location based on client requirements and business needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure guest satisfaction by maintaining all dishes, pots, pans, silverware, glasses, equipment, and kitchen utensils are cleaned and sanitized
• Maintains dishwashing station, three compartment sink and related areas cleaned
• Ensures equipment is clean and in working condition; reports any issues to management
• Performs other light maintenance and custodial tasks
• Maintains excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers, clients, co-workers, etc.
• Adheres to Aramark safety policies and procedures including proper food safety and sanitation
• Ensures security of company assets

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates an understanding of basic sanitation procedures
• Must be able to follow basic safety procedures due to exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

This is a unionized position with SEIU Local 2. Aramark offers medical and dental benefits, RRSP, paid sick time, employee meal plan, up to 50% reimbursement on education programs and courses (ex: Red Seal Certification), complimentary safety shoes and uniforms, company events, and more!

Aramark Canada Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations for those with disabilities are available upon request.

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