Steward AM Shift

Steward Position

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 4550 lbs.).