About this role
We are looking for a Steward to join our kitchen staff and maintain cleanliness. Ensure the flawless cleaning, sanitizing, and organization of all hotel dishes, glassware, silverware, and kitchen equipment. The Steward AM plays a crucial role in maintaining back-of-house sanitation across our kitchens and event spaces, strictly adhering to food safety and health regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Dish Machine Operation:
• Efficiently operate and load commercial dishwashers, ensuring proper application of approved cleaning chemicals (industrial detergent, rinse aid, and sanitizer).
• Operate dishwashing machinery correctly according to operating procedures, safety guidelines, and supervisor training.
Manual Pots & Pans Washing:
• Wash pots, pans, and heavy cookware at the three-compartment sink station using designated cleaning solutions.
Sanitation & Kitchen Maintenance:
• Keep workstations, dish landing areas, floors, and walls clean and free of clutter.
• Use assigned tools (scrub pads, pressure hoses, and brushes) for deep cleaning kitchen equipment and facilities.
• Sort, collect, and empty trash receptacles, maintaining waste areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
Organization & Inventory Handling:
• Properly sort, transport, and store flatware, chinaware, and glassware in designated racks and storage areas.
Compliance & Safety Standards:
• Maintain health and sanitation standards in accordance with state guidelines and internal hotel policies (HACCP / ServSafe).
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times (apron, heavy-duty gloves, non-slip shoes).
Qualifications & Requirements
• Experience: Prior stewarding or dishwashing experience in a hotel, restaurant, or banquet environment is preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge: Basic knowledge of industrial cleaning chemicals and food safety practices is a plus.
Skills & Abilities:
• High attention to detail and strong cleanliness standards.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Strong team-player attitude.
Availability: Full flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, reach, and lift heavy items or dish racks (up to 45–50 lbs.).