Dishwasher

The Steward

Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join our growing team of exceptional people. On-the-job training, advancement potential, flexible schedules, amazing benefits, and competitive pay. Your next career awaits.

Some of our awards include Michelin 2 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux.

We offer:

• Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
• Paid time off (Full time employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• On-the-job training
• Employee education allowance
• Advancement potential
• Flexible schedules
• Employee appreciation events
• Complimentary uniforms
• Delicious "family" meals daily prepared by the chefs
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive pay

The Steward is responsible for general sanitation and cleaning of all back of house areas. The stewarding position upholds the Virginia Department of Health cleanliness and sanitation standards. Maintenance of the dish machine and care of other sanitation tools are essential to this role. Maintaining the cleanliness of the dish machine area, basin sinks, and other culinary areas is required.

Essential Functions

• Thorough cleaning of all plates, utensils, and kitchen tools.
• Deep cleaning and organization projects as needed or delegated by management.
• Proper scrubbing and storing of all pots and pans.
• Upkeep and cleaning of the employee dining area.
• Daily sweeping and mopping of kitchen floors, before service and after service and as directed.
• Cleaning of all floor drains and catches.
• Assisting with polishing of service ware as needed.
• Organization of all storage areas for non-food items and cleaning supplies.
• Communicate when cleaning supplies run low.
• Pressure washing of floors as directed.
• Proper cleaning and maintenance of dish machine.
• Stocking and maintaining hand soap and hand towel stations.
• Assisting with other cleaning and maintenance projects as prescribed by culinary management.
• Polishing of copper service ware as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to work nights and weekends.
• Access to a reliable mode of transportation.
• Capable of following direction and completing tasks given in a timely manner.
• Self-motivated to work diligently and at speed particularly during service.
• A positive attitude.
• Strong team player.
• Desire to work quickly and efficiently.

Desirable

• Minimum of one year stewarding experience in a food establishment.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Skills

• Ability to be thorough and pay attention to detail when cleaning.
• Cautious and delicate when handling china and glassware.
• Desire to work quickly and efficiently.
• Capable of following direction and completing tasks given in a timely manner.
• Self-motivated to work diligently particularly during dinner service.
• Strong communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (8-10 hours consistently).
• Requires exposure to hot pans, sharp knives, open flames, and temperatures ranging from hot to cold.
• Availability and understanding that the position often requires hours in excess of a standard workweek (40-50 hours).

The Inn at Little Washington is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.