Steward - Full-time / Part-time

Job Summary: Performs washing of pots, pans, tableware, flatware, glassware, etc. either manually or with automatic equipment.  Cleans heavy equipment such as rangers, mixers, slicers, etc. Maintains entire kitchen in a clean and orderly manner.

 

Essential Elements:

 

• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to lift and move approximately 75 pounds.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb and reach continuously.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring sustained repetitive motion. (For example: dishing         loading/unloading dishwasher, stocking and sweeping.)
• Ability to properly maintain and properly operate basic kitchen equipment. For example: slicers, tilt skillets, steamers and mixers.
• Ability to move freely within kitchen area.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work in temperature extremes, including handling hot utensils and equipment.
• Ability to lift, carry and store in overhead areas approximately 75 pounds.
• Ability to operate and control heavy equipment (for example: dish machine and trash compactor).
• Ability to interact with guests and other employees in a courteous, empathetic, and discreet manner.
• Ability to work with chemicals for example: cleaners, disinfectants and solvents.
• Ability to work in temperature extremes, including handling hot utensils and equipment.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to understand and execute all safety & emergency procedures.
• Not infected by diseases transmitted through the food supply and designated by the Public Health Service.

 

Job Tasks:    

           

• Deliver food to associate cafeteria.
• Maintain cleanness of cafeteria buffet.
• Sort silverware.
• Rack dishes.
• Operate dish machine.
• Wash dishes and glassware.
• Clean dishwasher.
• Clean kitchen grills, hoods, and fans.
• Drain deep fryer.
• Clean pots and pans
• Clean mats.
• Sweep floors
• Mop floors
• Operate disposal and other kitchen equipment.
• Clean kitchen floors and drains.
• Clean kitchen equipment.
• Clean rest rooms off kitchen area.
• Working with other staff members to keep the dining room attractive at all times.
• Maintaining cleanliness in dish room, kitchen and all storerooms..
• Minimize waste through proper handling and storage.
• Prepare pantry items for use in fruit trays, meat platters, salad dressings, condiments, salads, etc.
• Label, date and rotate all foods used.
• Maintain basic knife and garnishing tool skills.
• Operate all kitchen equipment in an effective and safe manner.
• Working with all staff members to keep the kitchen area clean and free of spills at all times.
• Prepare orders promptly.
• Working with and keeping the lines of communication open between all employees to provide a smooth running operation.
• Other responsibilities as directed by your Supervisor or Manager.     

 

Essential Skills:

 

• Ability to work on multiple projects and execute with a high level of quality and accuracy
• Ability and desire to adapt quickly to change.
• Ability and desire to adapt quickly to change.
• Ability to work in a fast pace environment.
• Ability to work a varied & flexible schedule understanding that the hotel is operating 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year including weekends and holidays.
• Manage time effectively and prioritize for results
• Resourceful, flexible and creative in solving problems

 

 

Education:

 

High school diploma preferred. 

 

Experience:

• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year banquet set-up experience
• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year food and beverage experience.

 

 

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This position description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.