Dish Crew Steward: Campus Kitchen & Safety Focus

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame is hiring a full-time Dish Crew Steward within the campus Hospitality department. This essential back‑of‑house role is critical to ensuring cleanliness and safety while supporting food production and service.

Key responsibilities include leading cleaning efforts, operating dish machines, managing waste, and collaborating effectively with the dish team. The position requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and offers a pay rate of $17.50/hr.

Notre Dame values a safe and supportive community and encourages applications from candidates who align with its mission.

Qualifications

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to detail with an unwavering commitment to cleanliness and organization.
• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and perform tasks such as bending to clean floor drains and climbing equipment/ladders.
• Highly dependable with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe working environment for all staff and guests.
• Lead and assist with cleaning all tableware and kitchen equipment.
• Support dish room operations, including setup, organization and cleaning.
• Operate the dish machine, ensuring proper sorting of trays, glass, utensils, carts and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and care of kitchen equipment.
• Manage waste, emptying all trash, cardboard and recycling containers.
• Collaborate effectively with the dish team daily.
• Assist in reorganization of kitchen and event serviceware.
• Assist with logistics, including loading/unloading trucks.

Skills

Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented kitchen environment

Strong attention to detail

Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs

Highly dependable with a positive attitude

Job description

The University of Notre Dame is hiring a full-time Dish Crew Steward within the campus Hospitality department. This essential back‑of‑house role is critical to ensuring cleanliness and safety while supporting food production and service.

Key responsibilities include leading cleaning efforts, operating dish machines, managing waste, and collaborating effectively with the dish team. The position requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and offers a pay rate of $17.50/hr.

Notre Dame values a safe and supportive community and encourages applications from candidates who align with its mission.