Culinary Steward: Kitchen Hygiene & Ops

FOREST HIGHLANDS ASSOCIATION; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FOREST HIGHLANDS ASSOCIATION in Flagstaff, AZ seeks a Culinary Steward to uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen. You will wash and store china, glassware, and utensils, and support safe, organized dishwashing spaces for smooth operations and exceptional member dining experiences.

The role includes dishwashing, kitchen maintenance, and strict adherence to health and safety guidelines, with flexible scheduling to cover evenings, weekends, and holidays as

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand instructions and labels on cleaning chemicals.
• Familiarity with basic workplace and kitchen safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Sort and rinse dirty dishes and cookware; load into dish machines or wash manually as needed.
• Sort, stack, and deliver clean dishes to storage areas with proper organization.
• Rewash soiled dishes to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Change dish machine water hourly and ensure correct chemical usage.
• Assemble and disassemble dishwashing equipment for cleaning and maintenance.
• Hand-wash pots, pans, and trays as required.
• Wipe up spills to maintain clean, dry, and safe floors.
• Monitor dish machine cycles and report safety temperature issues.
• Set up and break down the dishwashing station at shifts.
• Clean and roll/unroll floor mats; sweep and mop floors.
• Fill and empty soak tubs with cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Remove trash and recyclables to dumpsters; sweep exterior areas.
• Perform general cleaning of kitchen, restaurant, and restrooms as directed.
• Follow sanitation and safety protocols to comply with health regulations.
• Maintain personal hygiene and wash hands frequently.
• Never handle clean dishes after touching dirty ones without washing hands.
• Use chemicals safely and read labels carefully.
• Report safety concerns or broken equipment to management promptly.

Skills

Reading safety labels

Kitchen safety procedures

Attention to detail

Independence and teamwork

Job description

FOREST HIGHLANDS ASSOCIATION in Flagstaff, AZ seeks a Culinary Steward to uphold the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen. You will wash and store china, glassware, and utensils, and support safe, organized dishwashing spaces for smooth operations and exceptional member dining experiences.

The role includes dishwashing, kitchen maintenance, and strict adherence to health and safety guidelines, with flexible scheduling to cover evenings, weekends, and holidays as