Hotel Kitchen Steward

Maadaadizi Investments; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union Benefits

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount

Job summary

Intercontinental St. Paul Riverfront is seeking a Kitchen Steward to maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen and ensure the culinary team has the equipment and supplies needed for service. This hourly, non-exempt role supports a smooth operation in a fast-paced hotel kitchen environment.

Responsibilities include washing and sanitizing equipment, keeping spaces organized, managing waste, and assisting with setup and cleanup across kitchen areas. Union benefits and PTO accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential kitchen tasks with or without accommodation.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and move in hot environments.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy cookware and supplies as needed.
• Ability to follow safety and OSHA guidelines in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize pots, pans, kettles, skillets and other kitchen equipment.
• Keep kitchen clean, organized and stocked for service.
• Monitor waste, sort trash, and assist with setup and cleanup.
• Support a safe, sanitary kitchen environment across all areas.

Skills

Sanitation standards

Standing/walking for long periods

Lifting and moving heavy items

Attention to safety procedures

Job description

Status

Hourly, Non-Exempt (Union -eligible for overtime)

Reports to

Executive Chef

At the Intercontinental St. Paul Riverfront, you'll be part of a team that sets the standard for hospitality. Our riverfront location in vibrant downtown St. Paul creates an inspiring backdrop for delivering exceptional guest experiences - from the quick night away to business travelers, to unforgettable events and everything in between. Our team is Guest Obsessed! We're committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, recognition, and professional growth, where your passion and dedication are celebrated. Join us and help share unforgettable moments while building a career you are proud of.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Our Hotel Kitchen Steward plays an important role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly and our guests' dining experience incredible. This position helps ensure our culinary team has the clean, sanitized equipment and supplies they need to do what they do best. The Dishwashing Steward maintains a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen while following all health and safety standards and keeping equipment stocked and ready for service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Wash and sanitize pots, pans, kettles, skillets, and other kitchen equipment as needed to ensure culinary team always has clean equipment ready for service. Use the appropriate cleaning chemicals for each item and designated area, following OSHA requirements and established safety procedures. Complete assigned duties in a timely and efficient manner while working as part of the team to support a clean, safe, and successful kitchen operation.

Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and ready to roll! Make sure the culinary team always has the clean dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, plans, skillets, utensils, and other equipment they need to keep service running smoothly. Keep supplies stocked and ready in their designated areas, maintain clean and orderly workspaces, and jump in to make sure the cooks have what they need, when they need it.

Support a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. Monitor and remove trash as needed, sort waste, and ensure it is placed in the designated pickup areas. Help the kitchen team with set-up and clean-up, and keep the restaurant kitchen, banquet kitchen, dish room, coolers, employee cafeteria, and service elevators clean and orderly. Sweep and mop assigned areas regularly and help keep supplies and equipment moving between storage and work areas, so the team has what they need to keep things running smoothly.

Exhibits a positive and involved team attitude to all hotel departments and maintains open communication with all co-workers for the best overall performance of the hotel.

Hours: Hours and days may vary based on occupancy and need.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

None

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Abilities

Able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ability to remain on your feet and actively move throughout the kitchen and back-of-house areas for extended periods, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, reaching, and balancing.

Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull kitchen equipment, supplies, dishes, and other materials as required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Ability to use arms, hands, and the full body to safely handle the dishes, cookware, equipment, cleaning supplies, and other materials.

Ability to perform these physical activities for extended periods, including during busy service periods, while maintaining a safe and efficient pace.

Inside 95% of the day, outside 5% of the day

Temperatures - extreme summer heat of 95 degrees and above; and extreme winter cold, with subfreezing windchills.

Benefits

• Benefits - Provided through the Union
• Paid Time Off (both paid sick time and vacation);
• Employee Discount