Dishwasher / Steward - Full Time

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Tucson National Resort is seeking a Steward to ensure cleanliness by properly washing and sanitizing dishes and kitchen equipment. The role offers a dynamic work environment, focusing on teamwork and customer service. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a commitment to safety and sanitation practices.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and orientation.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Sort and wash all soiled ware promptly.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, stoves, and prep tables.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen work areas and utensils.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Safety Practices

Sanitation Practices

Education

Food Handler’s certification

Job description

Location

Tucson National Resort

Inspired by the sweeping views of the Santa Catalinas and the rich history of golf, this artful blend of natural beauty and recreation is elevated to a new level of discovery. The Omni Tucson National Resort offers a picturesque setting in the foothills of Tucson's Santa Catalina Mountains, featuring lush fairways of its 36-hole championship and desert-style golf courses.

The associates at Omni Tucson National Resort enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training, mentoring, and the pride that comes from working for a company renowned for exceptional service. We foster a culture of respect, gratitude, and empowerment daily. If you are friendly, motivated, and passionate about serving others, Omni Tucson National Resort might be your ideal workplace.

Job Description

The Steward is responsible for ensuring all dishes, pots, pans, cutlery, and chinaware are properly washed and sanitized. They also ensure that all dishes and utensils are stored correctly for use by various departments throughout the hotel.

Responsibilities

1. Sort soiled ware promptly and carefully for proper processing through the dish or pot machine. Wash all ware quickly and return to designated storage areas. Keep the dish machine clean and filled with water according to hotel standards.
2. De-tarnish and polish silverware for proper appearance.
3. Clean kettles, tilt skillets, pots, and pans promptly and thoroughly to support kitchen operations.
4. Transport and clean cooking utensils and service ware to provide appropriate equipment for cooks, banquet servers, and food servers.
5. Maintain cleanliness of kitchen work areas, restaurant equipment, and utensils.
6. Sweep and mop floors regularly.
7. Wash worktables, walls, refrigerators, and meat blocks.
8. Remove trash and garbage, placing it in designated containers.
9. Steam-clean or hose out garbage cans.
10. Scrape food from dirty dishes and wash by hand or load into racks or conveyor for dishwashing.
11. Run glasses through the dish machine twice for thorough cleaning.
12. Store and rotate stock properly.
13. Put away all clean utensils and stock in designated areas.
14. Clean and sanitize all kitchen equipment, stoves, grills, prep tables, etc.
15. Ensure all kitchen areas, floors, and walls are sanitized.
16. Report inventory needs to supervisor for supplies and chemicals.
17. Follow safety guidelines and proper handling of all cleaning chemicals, including storage.
18. Report any malfunctioning kitchen equipment to a supervisor or manager.
19. Assist kitchen staff as needed.
20. Support the Stewarding Supervisor in organizing and maintaining inventories of china, glassware, and silverware.
21. Attend department meetings and required training sessions.
22. Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills and orientation.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent safety and sanitation practices.
• Maintain a courteous, friendly, and professional work environment.
• Willingness to work a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Possess unexpired Food Handler’s certification or obtain it upon hire.
• Physical strength and stamina to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds.