Dishwasher/Steward - Stewarding (Part Time)

 

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Overview:

Adhere to hotel specifications and standards in operating the dishwashing machine to wash designated Restaurant and Kitchen wares, clean and maintain equipment and Dishwashing/ Kitchen/ Cafeteria/ Compactor and Storage areas. Assist in washing pots, pans and other Kitchen utensils/equipment. Complete other special cleaning projects as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Endure various physical movements throughout the work areas.
• Remain in stationary position for 4 to 6 hours throughout work shift.
• Satisfactorily communicate with guests, management and co-workers to their understanding.
• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
• Maintain positive guest relations at all times.
• Be familiar with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
• Resolve guest complaints, ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
• Use correct cleaning chemicals for designated items, according to OSHA regulations.
• Set up and organize work station with designated supplies and equipment; report shortages to supervisor. Replenish as needed throughout the shift.
• Check the working condition of dishwashing machine in accordance with specifications; rectify any deficiencies.
• Fill the dishwashing machine with specified amounts of designated chemicals. Ensure the temperature level of each cycle is set to standard.
• Organize the breakdown area for drop off of dirty wares.
• Remove excess food, debris and film from soiled wares before placing them in the dishwashing machine.
• Position wares in designated racks correctly and send through dishwashing machine only when full.
• Clean only designated wares in the dishwashing machine.
• Remove washed wares from dishwashing machine and allow to air dry.
• Inspect the cleanliness and condition of all washed wares and rewash wares not meeting standards.
• Sort, stack and store cleaned wares in designated areas.
• Handle all wares carefully to prevent breakage and loss.
• Change dishwashing machine water/filters and refill as specified to ensure all wares are properly cleaned.
• Monitor usage of dishwashing machine and chemicals to maximize consumption of water and chemicals.
• Maintain cleanliness and working condition of garbage disposal.
• Breakdown and clean dishwashing machine and work areas.
• Clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils and other kitchen equipment.
• Stock Kitchen lines with designated cleaned wares, utensils and equipment.
• Clean spills in Kitchen and work areas immediately. Use designated chemicals, supplies and equipment to clean various floor surfaces (brooms, mops, stripper, buffer, etc.).
• Transport mats to the loading dock and clean.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of supply/storage closets; remove trash, wipe down shelves/counters; clean floors; remove items which do not belong and place in correct areas.
• Transport garbage containers from kitchen and work areas to dumpster; empty and clean. Adhere to recycling regulations.
• Clean garbage compactor and area as assigned.
• Report any damages, maintenance problems or safety hazards to the supervisor.
• Adhere to all Health Department, sanitation and safety regulations as required by the hotel.
• Organize and restock work areas for next shift

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

• Clean refrigerators/freezers, service hallways, service elevators and other items as assigned.
• Work with chemical and machine repair personnel to repair machine, improve quality or standards, increase productivity or capacity of machine.
• Complete job functions of other departmental positions as assigned.
• Assist in plating up Banquet meals.
• Assist in inventories as assigned.
• Provide an exceptional guest experience
• Maintain the company image and vision statement
• Participate in ongoing training and encourage the personal development of all associates

Qualifications:

• Fluency in job related English, both verbal and non-verbal.
• Compute basic arithmetic.
• Ability to:
  • Perform duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy and follow-through.
  • Follow directions.
  • Adapt to meet priority changes of workflow or requirements.
• Operate designated machinery.
• Previous experience as hotel/restaurant dishwasher or in janitorial/cleaning position.
• Familiarity with proper sanitation regulations.
• Knowledge of proper chemical handling.

Experience, Education, & Licensure:

• Food Handler’s Certification
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must have valid Driver’s License

Compensation

Base Pay Starting Rate: $22/Hr.

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