Kitchen Steward

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC in Oxford, MS is hiring Kitchen Stewards to support the culinary team by maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, washing dishes, and stocking supplies.

The role requires ability to work as part of a team, familiarity with commercial dishwashing, and adherence to state and local food safety standards. This entry-level position offers steady hours in a fast-paced kitchen and opportunities to grow within a company serving sororities and fraternities.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work as part of a team.
• Experience with a commercial dishwasher preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining area.
• Wash utensils, equipment and dishes by hand or with a dishwasher.
• Stock and organize supplies in serving areas.
• Assist with basic food preparation as directed.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines at all times.

Skills

Teamwork

Dishwashing

Sanitation standards

Education

High school or vocational kitchen coursework

Job description

Proudly serving Sororities and Fraternities, Upper Crust Food Service is known for freshness, quality, variety, and excellent customer service. Upper Crust Food Service began with a vision to solve a problem that many Fraternity and Sorority houses face. That problem is a lack of consistency and professionalism in the kitchen. With a focus on great food and personal service, we’ve remained true to our roots. Today, the chefs of Upper Crust Food Service prepare tens of thousands of meals weekly for students across the country.

Kitchen Stewards support the culinary team by maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen, ensuring equipment is in order, and stock supplies. Additionally, they assist with fostering a positive atmosphere with coworkers and customers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes using a dishwasher or by hand.
• Put away clean dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans
• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
• Sweep and wash floors
• Sort and remove the trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
• May perform a variety of food preparation duties as directed by the Head Chef and/or Sous Chef such as salad bar and cold dishes
• Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Working knowledge operating a commercial dishwasher
• Be familiar with the industry's best practices

Preferred Education and Experience

• Previous restaurant dishwashing experience preferred
• Ability to pass a background check
• Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

Special Demands

• The work environment can be loud and busy. There are many kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces and liquids, sharp knives, and slippery floors.
• Capability to work in a kitchen environment that may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold.
• Required to stand for long periods, up to 8+ hours, as well as walk, bend and stoop.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals

Upper Crust Food Service provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.