Steward

StewardAt Houston Methodist, the Steward position is responsible for completing general cleaning and assigned work in the central kitchen dish room and patient tray line during meal service times, as assigned. This position performs duties related to dishwashing and sanitation of equipment, patient tray components, and pot washing, as assigned. This position communicates with peers and management regarding identified hazards in the workplace, following correct procedures in cleaning of equipment and sanitation of work areas, along with special cleaning as assigned. This position must be able to adapt to fast-paced environment, follows all departmental policies and procedures, and complies with relevant local Food Ordinances. The Steward position may be asked to assist in other food and nutrition service areas as needed.Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent education preferredExperience:One year experience in food service or housekeeping preferredLicenses and Certifications Required:Food Handlers Permit - Various Issuers Accredited food handler training course approved by the Texas Department of State Health Services (TXDSHS) or by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI)Skills and Abilities:Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned jobSufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this jobAbility to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workersWorking knowledge of Serve Safe guidelines and Health department standardsKnowledge of kitchen/food service equipment and sanitation principlesDemonstrates active listening skillsEssential Functions:Responds positively to requests for assistance from customers, employees, and visitorsPromotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unitContributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagementWorks various stations during the dishwashing operationWashes and sanitizes the equipment, floor and walls in the dish room and adjoining areas in the kitchenWorks in the pot room washing pots as assignedServes patient trays efficiently, accurately and neatlyAssembles trays for patients on the Patient Tray line as neededFollows correct procedures in cleaning of equipment and sanitation throughout the kitchenComplies with standards of all regulatory agenciesReports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazardsPractices good cost control through the proper supplies and equipmentUtilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mindSeeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate actionSupplemental Requirements:Uniform: YesScrubs: NoBusiness professional: NoOther (department approved): YesOn Call: NoTravel within the Houston Metropolitan area: NoTravel outside Houston Metropolitan area: NoCompany Profile:Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.