Culinary Steward: Buffet Setup & Kitchen Support

Mauna Kea Resort; Waimea/Kamuela (HI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Mauna Kea Resort in Hawaii is seeking a Steward to perform general cleaning and assist the culinary team by moving food, china, glassware, and silverware to banquet areas, and by helping set up and break down buffet lines.

The role requires the ability to operate dishwashing equipment, maintain clean kitchens, transport supplies between function areas, and follow safety procedures. Applicants should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to multi-task effectively.
• Must have Dept of Health TB Clearance.
• Food Safety Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate dishwashing equipment and store China, silverware, glassware, etc.
• Clean floors, walls, counters, mats, grills, etc. and kitchen equipment.
• Remove and properly discard garbage from kitchens.
• Set-up chafers, sternos, utensils, etc. on buffet lines; break-down buffet lines.
• Load and transport food, equipment and supplies to function area.
• Handle breakdown station at functions; separate dishes, silverware and glassware and organize in racks and bus pans for washing.
• Wash pots, pans and all kitchen utensils
• Clean any spillage on kitchen, function area or dining room floors.
• Follow safety policies and procedures when performing job duties, using cleaning solutions and operating equipment.
• Secure equipment and supplies at the end of shift.
• Polish all silverware, hollowware, chafing dishes, and other silver items etc.
• Complete work assignments in a timely manner.
• Report equipment in need of repair.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.
• Assist with inventory of supplies, China, glassware and silverware.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Strong communication

Education

TB Clearance (Dept of Health)

Food Safety Certificate (preferred)

Job description

Mauna Kea Resort in Hawaii is seeking a Steward to perform general cleaning and assist the culinary team by moving food, china, glassware, and silverware to banquet areas, and by helping set up and break down buffet lines.

The role requires the ability to operate dishwashing equipment, maintain clean kitchens, transport supplies between function areas, and follow safety procedures. Applicants should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work shifts as needed.