Steward/Dishwasher

Salary Range $19.61 - $24.51* Job Description: Steward/Dishwasher WHO WE ARE: Saks Global is the largest multi‑brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and Saks OFF 5TH. Powered by our talented colleagues, we are redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience across our store network and e‑commerce platforms. Through strong partnerships with the world’s most esteemed brands, cutting‑edge technology and the industry’s most comprehensive luxury customer data, Saks Global is shaping the future of retail. YOU WILL BE: The Restaurant Dishwasher / Steward is the foundation of the kitchen's operational integrity and food safety. In this role, you are responsible for maintaining a pristine, organized, and sanitary environment across all dishwashing, trash, and floor areas. By ensuring that every plate, glass, utensil, and culinary tool is impeccably sanitized and ready for service, you directly enable the culinary and service teams to deliver the high‑standard luxury experience expected by Saks Global guests. Responsibilities Maintain a swift, steady pace for washing, sanitizing, and restocking all pots, pans, culinary dishes, flatware, and premium glassware to support active service lines. Exercise extreme caution and care when handling delicate breakables (such as fine china and crystal glassware) to minimize breakage and ensure safety. Operate and maintain the commercial dish machine by checking chemical levels daily, ensuring optimal temperature standards, keeping testing strips on hand, and reporting mechanical malfunctions. Set up and organize the stewarding area with designated solutions, proper sanitation buckets, and separate soaking stations for pots, pans, sinks, and silver. Proactively monitor and clean kitchen floors, keeping them free from spills, water, grease, and debris to ensure a slip‑free work environment. Monitor all kitchen trash and recycling receptacles, removing and replacing liners promptly when full to maintain hygiene. Possess a thorough understanding of all sanitizing materials, safety data sheets (SDS), and chemical solutions used for deep cleaning. Assist the back‑of‑house culinary team with basic food preparation tasks and additional heavy‑duty cleaning projects as requested. Foster respectful, collaborative, and professional working relationships with line cooks, stewarding teammates, chefs, and front‑of‑house staff. Maintain the highest level of personal hygiene and luxury presentation, including a clean, pressed uniform and professionally groomed hair and nails. Arrive at the workstation on time, fully dressed in proper uniform, and equipped with any necessary personal protective equipment. Maintain schedule integrity by punching in/out accurately for all shifts and coordinating timed meal breaks seamlessly with the culinary team. Uphold all health and sanitation standards as directed by Saks Global, the local Health Department, and third‑party sanitation auditors. Qualifications Previous stewarding, dishwashing, or utility experience in a high‑volume restaurant or upscale hospitality environment is preferred but not required. Proven ability to work autonomously and maintain high operational standards with minimal direct supervision. Highly motivated, results‑driven, and able to work quickly and safely under high‑pressure, fast‑paced kitchen conditions. Positive, collaborative spirit with a “win together” attitude. Physical stamina for extended periods of standing, walking on wet surfaces, bending, climbing stairs, working in high‑humidity/high‑temperature environments, and the ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds. Willingness to work a flexible schedule tailored to premium hospitality business needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Benefits Compensation for this role varies by geographic location. The listed range reflects multiple markets, including higher‑cost areas. Actual starting pay will be determined based on work location, experience, and other job‑related factors. You will receive a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full‑time employees (including medical, vision and dental), 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits. EEO Statement Saks Global is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Saks Global is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr