Dishwasher

Dishwasher/Steward Position at The Westgate Hotel

Rate $19.50/hour | Part-Time Join our culinary team and help create exceptional dining experiences behind the scenes. As a Dishwasher/Steward at The Westgate Hotel, you will play an essential role in supporting our chefs and culinary team by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. Your attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to cleanliness will help ensure our team has the tools and support needed to deliver outstanding service to our guests. The Westgate Hotel is a luxury hotel providing world-class elegance in hospitality. Devoted to a tradition of excellence, we are committed to creating memorable experiences through genuine service while caring for our employees, guests, and the communities we serve. Join us in this beautiful, rewarding environment in the heart of downtown San Diego.

Classification: Non-Exempt Reports To: Executive Chef

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like: As a Dishwasher/Steward, you will support daily culinary operations by maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and organization throughout the kitchen. This role is essential to ensuring our culinary team can provide exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards of safety and sanitation. Your responsibilities will include:

• Washing and sanitizing dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment in accordance with health and sanitation standards.
• Maintaining a clean and organized dish area while ensuring proper flow of kitchen operations.
• Preparing dining areas and kitchen stations for upcoming shifts through cleaning, organizing, and restocking.
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment, including coffee makers, mixers, cookware, and other culinary tools.
• Assisting with receiving, unloading, and properly storing deliveries.
• Sweeping and mopping floors while maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Removing trash, recycling, and maintaining cleanliness of waste areas.
• Supporting chefs, cooks, and restaurant team members with additional tasks as needed.
• Following all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Contributing to a positive team environment by demonstrating reliability, professionalism, and a willingness to help.

What We're Looking For: No prior experience required; hospitality or kitchen experience preferred. High school diploma or GED preferred. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced culinary environment. Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness. Good time management and organizational skills. Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment and cleaning machinery. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Ability to remain on your feet for extended periods throughout the shift. Reliable attendance and a willingness to support the culinary team. Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as business needs require.

What You Bring to the Team: Maintains a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. Supports chefs and culinary team members by ensuring dishes, cookware, and equipment are available when needed. Follows proper sanitation procedures and maintains compliance with health and safety standards. Demonstrates teamwork, dependability, and a positive attitude. Works efficiently while maintaining attention to detail in a high-volume environment. Takes pride in supporting exceptional guest experiences through behind-the-scenes service. Assists with additional duties as assigned to support culinary operations.

Benefits & Perks: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Wellness and Employee Assistance Program PerkSpot Employee Discount Program Hotel Stay Discounts Employee Meals AquaVie Fitness & Spa Membership Discount Training and Career Growth Opportunities Discounts at Grand America Hotels & Resorts properties Convenient access to trolley station and downtown bus routes

Our Culture: We believe in "People First and Guests Always." We are committed to creating a supportive work environment where team members are valued, respected, and empowered to deliver memorable guest experiences.

Physical Requirements Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift. Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Ability to bend, stoop, reach, squat, and frequently perform repetitive motions. Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and activity. Ability to perform repetitive motions involving hands, wrists, shoulders, and back. Ability to remain active and mobile throughout the workday.

Additional Information: This is a non-exempt hourly position. A flexible schedule is required based on business needs, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight shifts. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time based on business needs.