Kitchen Sanitation & Equipment Maintenance Lead

Table Mountain Casino Inc.; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Table Mountain Casino Inc. in California is looking for a dedicated individual to ensure the safety and sanitation of Food and Beverage Operations. Responsibilities include cleaning kitchen equipment, participating in deep cleaning processes, and adhering to local health and safety standards.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, understanding of restaurant operations, and the ability to work nights and weekends. The role demands a friendly attitude and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work with chemicals and maintain effective working conditions.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen.
• Obtain and maintain a gaming license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and sanitation of all areas of the Food and Beverage Operations.
• Utilize appropriate chemicals to clean kitchen equipment.
• Participate in monthly deep cleaning of the kitchen.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors about tasks.

Skills

Knowledge of restaurant operations and food service principles

Knowledge of safe practices in a kitchen-working environment

Ability to create a friendly atmosphere and demonstrate excellent customer service

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to maintain high cleaning standards

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ware washing and sanitation equipment

Job description

Position Summary:

Under general direction from the Steward Supervisor, responsible for ensuring the safety and sanitation of all areas of the Food and Beverage Operations, as well as participate in regular deep cleaning process. Ensures operations in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, safety standards, policies, and procedures.

This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Utilize appropriate chemicals to clan all ovens, burner tops, broilers, grills and other items and equipment.
• Deep clean equipment as necessary.
• Responsible for washing and stocking all china, silver, glassware, pots, pans and other kitchen equipment.
• Keep all floors, walls, and drains in kitchen clean and dry at all times.
• Maintain and organize all carts, racks, floor mats and sanitize when needed.
• Participate in monthly deep cleaning of kitchen as assigned.
• Take action on objects or chemicals that may pose as a safety hazard on the Casino floor or misplaced throughout all kitchen areas.
• Communicate with Steward Supervisors and Executive Steward about tasks and assignments.
• Properly dispose of trash, grease and other recyclables.
• Inspect kitchen appliances for functionality and reporting any malfunctions.
• Check the condition of cleaning tools and supplies and request replacements as needed.
• Monitor for potential safety hazards and reporting them to management.
• Stock cleaning supplies and ensure adequate levels are maintained.
• Manage the rotation of cleaning chemicals according to safety protocols.
• Adhere to local health and safety standards regarding food handling and sanitation.
• Follow proper cleaning procedures to maintain a hygienic working environment.
• Practice proper use and care of tools.
• Practice proper sanitation techniques.
• Establishes and maintains effective Team Member relations and interdepartmental working relationships.
• Attends and contributes to daily and weekly department meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Access to Sensitive Areas: Food and Beverage storage areas.

  Signatory Authority:None.

  Minimum Qualifications:

  High School Diploma or equivalent is required unless waived by Human Resources Management. Basic understanding of all ware washing and sanitation equipment required. Must be able to work with chemicals, maintain effective working conditions with other departments, Team Members and guests. Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screen, background investigation, obtain and maintain gaming license.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of restaurant operations and food service principles.
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and utensils maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of safe practices in a kitchen-working environment.
• Knowledge of basic mechanical skills for identifying and reporting equipment issues.
• Ability to create a friendly atmosphere and demonstrate excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and oral form.
• Ability to monitor and/or maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to maintain high cleaning standards and attention to detail.
• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet strict time lines.

• Physical Demands:

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50-70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

  Work Environment:

  While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to cigarette smoke. The work environment is noisy and employee will work indoors and outdoors; work performed in areas which may be unusually hot, cold, noisy, smoky and dimly lit, and maneuver outside in temperatures in excess of 115° and as cold as 15° (exposed to all weather conditions).

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Must be able to work Nights, Weekends, and Holidays