Legislative Assembly – Grid Level 5 - Dishwasher

Dishwasher

Competition: LA262737

Department: Precinct Services

Position Type: Auxiliary As-and-When Required (until December 2026)

Salary Range: $27.51 - $30.56 per annum/hourly + 8% vacation pay.. Placement within the range is typically between the minimum and midpoint and based on qualifications and experience, subject matter expertise, and internal equity, with consideration for how the candidate is developing, meets, or exceeds the role’s requirements.

Close Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 12:00pm (noon) PT

***Please DO NOT apply for this position by submitting your profile on this BC Government Hiring Centre website. Applications must be made via the following directions below.***

POSITION SUMMARY

Employees of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia (Assembly) provide professional non-partisan services to support the democratic institution of Parliament and its members through procedural advice, administrative support and information services. The Assembly is an autonomous employer, separate from the administrative framework of B.C. government ministries and agencies.

The Precinct Services department is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and hard-working individual for the auxiliary part-time position of Dishwasher.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Dishwasher plays a vital role in the smooth operation of the kitchen by ensuring equipment cleanliness and hygiene. Responsible for efficiently operating commercial dishwashing equipment, the Dishwasher meticulously cleans and sanitizes dishes, glassware, and utensils to meet health and safety standards. Working closely with kitchen staff, the Dishwasher assists in the overall flow of kitchen operations by managing the influx of dirty dishes and utensils, inspecting items for cleanliness, and storing them appropriately. Additionally, the dishwasher may be tasked with assisting in basic kitchen prep tasks and maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen space.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be/have:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a hotel, restaurant, or private club facility or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid British Columbia FOODSAFE Level 1 certification.

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.

WHO WE ARE

Our values ground our work and reflect the beliefs and principles that are important to how we work with others.

• Impartiality – We are non-partisan and objective in the performance of our duties.
• Integrity – We build trust through responsible actions and respectful relationships.
• Openness – We provide a welcoming and inclusive environment and promote public access and engagement.
• Respect – We work together collaboratively with mutual respect, trust, and kindness.
• Stewardship – We ensure institutional continuity and renewal.

Learn about the Legislative Assembly and what we do by watching this video!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Career development – We support continuing education by providing innovative, inclusive and diverse learning opportunities for growth, skill development and career advancement.
• Community, engagement and recognition – We value teamwork, collaboration and connection. Employees have the opportunity to interact and engage through projects, committees, working groups and events. Together, we celebrate and acknowledge each other's outstanding achievements and contributions.
• Extended health benefits – We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package, which includes extended health and dental, basic life insurance, an optional family funeral benefit plan, optional life insurance, optional accidental death and dismemberment, travel medical insurance, and short-term and long-term disability benefits. We also offer a Health Care Spending Account to help cover eligible additional medical expenses that are not covered by the extended health care package.
• Health and wellness – We promote employee health and wellness by providing access to an employee assistance program, an in-house fitness room, secure bike storage and a reduced-cost bus pass. We also offer an infant and family wellness room, a meditation room and a sustainable commuting and active living program that provides reimbursement for fitness and wellness activities.
• Location, location, location — We provide employment in an architectural landmark, the Parliament Buildings, which overlooks Victoria's Inner Harbour on the edge of the downtown core, close to shops, restaurants, cafes and parks.
• Retirement benefits – We offer a generous pension plan with the Public Service Pension Plan where contributions are made by both the employee and Legislative Assembly. This pension plan provides employees with a lifetime monthly pension when they retire.
• Vacation benefits – We offer four weeks of annual vacation time to start, or 8 percent vacation pay.

For more information about our organization, go to https://www.leg.bc.ca/about/careers/working-here.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Please submit cover letter and résumé through our job board portal by 12:00pm (noon) PT on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. For questions please email human.resources@leg.bc.ca.

Note:

The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from members of communities that are disadvantaged on any grounds under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including Indigenous Peoples, people of colour, people of all genders and sexualities and people with disabilities.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment, and selection processes. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please contact human.resources@leg.bc.ca.

The Legislative Assembly Administration is a non-partisan workforce where political neutrality and impartiality is paramount. Employees must perform their duties in a non-partisan manner and manage their private affairs in a way that does not compromise or raise doubt about their ability to perform their job duties in a neutral and impartial way.

We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying as only those shortlisted will be contacted.  An eligibility list may be established and/or auxiliary positions may be considered for future conversion to regular status. Lesser qualified applicants may be under-implemented or appointed at a lower classification. Reference checks and a Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required as conditions of employment. An Education Verification Check may also be required.

All positions at the Legislative Assembly require applicants to be at least 16 years old and eligible to work in Canada. 

The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

DO NOT submit your application for this position through the BC Government Hiring Centre website. Applications submitted through the BC Government Hiring Centre will not be considered.

Human Resources
Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
E-mail: careers@leg.bc.ca | Telephone: 250-387-5532 | Web: www.leg.bc.ca

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