Kitchen Steward

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Hotel Clark is seeking a Kitchen Steward to support daily restaurant and hotel kitchen operations in Los Angeles, CA. You will wash, sanitize, and store dishes and cookware, operate commercial dishwashers, and help maintain an inspection-ready kitchen environment.

The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced setting. A California Food Handler Card is required within 30 days of hire, with shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.
• Experience in stewarding, dishwashing, or hospitality preferred.
• A California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Wash, rinse, sanitize, and store dishes, glassware, flatware, and cookware.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and according to procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of dishwashing areas and kitchen floors.
• Sweep, mop, take out trash, and manage waste per hotel procedures.
• Support culinary, stewarding, banquet, and food and beverage teams as directed.
• Communicate supply needs and cleanliness concerns to supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support hotel operations.

Skills

Cleanliness

Teamwork

Food safety

Dishwashing equipment

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

Job OverviewThe Kitchen Steward plays an essential role in supporting smooth daily kitchen operations by maintaining clean, organized, and sanitary back-of-house work areas. This position is responsible for washing and sanitizing dishes, glassware, flatware, cookware, kitchen equipment, and food preparation areas while ensuring items are properly stored and available for culinary and service teams.The Kitchen Steward supports the culinary team by helping maintain a safe, efficient, and inspection-ready kitchen environment. Success in this role requires reliability, attention to detail, teamwork, a strong commitment to cleanliness, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hotel kitchen.Job ResponsibilitiesDishwashing & Kitchen SupportWash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, flatware, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment.Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and according to established procedures.Manually clean and sanitize pots, pans, and other items that require hand washing.Maintain a steady supply of clean serviceware, cookware, and utensils for culinary, banquet, and food and beverage operations.Assist cooks and service team members with basic kitchen support tasks as directed.Cleaning, Sanitation & OrganizationMaintain cleanliness and organization of dishwashing areas, kitchen floors, walls, work surfaces, storage areas, and equipment.Sweep, mop, empty trash, break down boxes, and remove waste according to hotel procedures.Follow all food safety, sanitation, health, and safety standards.Support deep cleaning projects and scheduled cleaning assignments as directed.Chemical, Equipment & Safety ProceduresUse cleaning chemicals safely and according to established guidelines.Monitor dish machine performance, water temperatures, and cleaning supplies, and report concerns promptly.Identify and report equipment issues, maintenance needs, spills, hazards, or unsafe conditions.Keep cleaning tools, chemical storage areas, and stewarding equipment organized and properly maintained.Teamwork & Operational SupportWork collaboratively with culinary, stewarding, banquet, and food and beverage teams to support efficient operations.Communicate professionally with supervisors and team members regarding supply needs, cleanliness concerns, or operational issues.Maintain a positive, helpful, and team-focused attitude during busy service periods.Perform other duties as assigned to support the kitchen and hotel operations.Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.Experience: Previous stewarding, dishwashing, kitchen utility, janitorial, or hospitality experience preferred. Prior experience in a hotel, restaurant, banquet, or high-volume food service environment is helpful, but not required.Skills and Abilities:Strong commitment to cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standardsAbility to operate dishwashing equipment and use cleaning chemicals safelyAbility to follow instructions, complete assigned tasks, and work with a sense of urgencyGood organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen environmentProfessional and respectful communication with supervisors and team membersAbility to remain reliable, flexible, and focused during busy service periodsAvailability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidaysCertifications: A valid California Food Handler Card is required within 30 days of hire.Travel required: No regular travel required.Physical requirements:Standing and walking for extended periods on hard kitchen floorsFrequent bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, and repetitive hand and arm movementsAbility to work around hot equipment, wet floors, cleaning chemicals, and a fast-paced kitchen environmentAbility to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionallyAbility to perform physically demanding cleaning and stewarding tasks throughout the shiftCompensation Disclosure: The posted pay range reflects the actual compensation for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. For positions with a fixed rate of pay, the posted range represents the advertised rate for the role.Equal Employment Opportunity: Hotel Clark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment practices are administered in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.Job Description Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to revise, modify, add, or remove job duties and responsibilities as business needs dictate.