Overview:
The Steward/Potwasher/Warewasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and proper storage of all china, glass, and silver, and ensuring the highest standards of sanitation. He/she is also responsible for assisting the kitchen staff in maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and all storage areas; specifically for cleaning all equipment, utensils, and the physical work area. He/she is also responsible for assisting with proper food storage and rotation.
Responsibilities:
* Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and orderliness in all kitchens, back dock, dumpster and utility work areas.
* Heavy duty cleaning of ovens, grills, sinks, walls, floors, walk-in refrigerators and freezers and other heavy kitchen equipment.
* Wash pots, pans, and kitchen utensils following proper procedure for their cleanliness and sanitation, and Vacuum carpeted areas through the food and beverage outlets.
* Sweep, mop and wash floors in all food and beverage areas, kitchen, and restaurant and dock area.
* Keep management informed of shortage of equipment and supplies.
* Operate the dishwashing equipment to ensure that all china, glass, and silver are cleaned thoroughly and sanitation of such is maintained.
* Return all clean china, glass, and silver to its proper storage location using care to minimize breakage.
* Knowledge of proper safe handling techniques for all chemicals used.
* Report any faulty equipment to management immediately.
* Empty garbage from the Food and Beverage areas into the hotel dumpster.
* Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment.
* Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other employees.
* Follow the proper procedures in the breakdown, cleaning and reassembling of all kitchen equipment, as needed.
* Follow all sanitation standards.
* Assist in the set up and breakdown of the restaurant buffet as required.
* Assist Banquets by supplying china, glass, and silver as required by business demand
Qualifications:
* High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
* Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
* Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
* Ability to stand during entire shift.
* Ability to withstand temperature variations, both hot and cold.
* Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
* Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
* Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
* Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
* Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
* Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.
* Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
* Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and nametag.
* Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
* Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
* Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
* Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
* Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.
* Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.
* Perform other duties as requested by management.
Salary Range: $13.00/hour to $16.00/hour
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