Kitchen Steward

Oxford Casino · Hotel & Sportsbook; Maine; On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Casino Hotel in Oxford, Maine seeks a dedicated dishwasher to support busy kitchen operations under the guidance of Kitchen Supervisors.

You will clean dishware, cookware, and equipment; rinse items; maintain sanitation standards; and help keep floors and prep areas orderly. The role requires physical work, lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for extended periods, and reliable teamwork. This position supports guest dining experiences and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Follow Health and Safety standards as required by law.
• Provide efficient support to kitchen staff and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Cleans dishware, kitchen equipment, and floors according to standards.
• Rinses and unloads dishware for loading into dishwashing machines.
• Maintains hygienic work area and reports malfunctions.
• Assists with general cleaning tasks and follow supervisors' instructions.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Customer service mindset

Job description

Oxford Casino Hotel, located in Oxford, Maine, is indeed part of Churchill Downs Incorporated and has seen significant growth since it opened in 2012. The casino boasts a variety of gaming options for our visitors, including 23 table games and over 900 of the latest and most popular slot machines. The property also features 2 restaurants, the Ox Pub, and the Oxford Express, and a 107-room hotel which includes 6 well-appointed suites.
The core values of the casino—safety, cleanliness, compliance, and friendliness— reflect the commitment to creating a positive experience for our team members and guests. With these guiding principles, Oxford Casino Hotel aims to continue learning, growing, and improving. It is our hope that you will become the newest member of our team.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the overall cleanliness of kitchen areas and dishware, tableware, and service ware under the guidance of the Kitchen Supervisors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cleans according to standards the following items and areas: Broilers, deep fryers, grills, ovens, range hoods, ware washing machines, and floors and walk-ins.
• Carefully rinses all dishware, tableware, and service ware for restaurants before sending them through the dish machine.
• Knows and practices Health and Safety standards as set forth by governmental agencies.
• Washes hands at each possible point of contamination.
• Cleans, deck brushes, and mop all kitchen floors.
• Follows 3-compartment sink procedures.
• Weekly de-liming of each dish machine.
• Uses all chemicals according to use, and knows where sheets are located.
• Report any malfunctions of the dishwashing machine, (including temperatures too low or too high) or any other type of equipment used.
• Sets up, breaks down, and maintains all dishwashers.
• Empties all trashes and cardboard boxes to the dumpsters.
• Must have the ability to multi-task and communication skills for safety.
• Gives good internal customer service to the team members.
• Cleans and maintains all cooks lines.
• Any other duties as prescribed by supervisors in order to maintain kitchen. These may includes but are not limited to the following: cleaning the ice machines, cleaning hand sinks, fill paper towels and soap dispensers, use and clean floor signs, etc.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. At other times, the work requires some physical exertion, such as reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.