Kitchen Steward

Life in Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a kitchen services associate to maintain cleanliness and sanitation across production, service, dining, and storage areas. The role ensures inspection readiness, adheres to HACCP guidelines, and supports light food preparation and meal delivery to residents.

Responsibilities include dishwashing, trash removal, temperature monitoring, and following established procedures for safe chemical use. Work includes serving and delivering meals as needed.

Qualifications

• Maintains sanitation standards in kitchen and dining areas.
• Follows HACCP procedures and SDS information for safe chemical use.
• Assists in light food preparation and serving as directed.
• Monitors and records temperatures per operation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, utensils, and equipment per procedures.
• Collects and removes trash; adheres to recycling guidelines.
• Cleans floors and walls in designated areas per procedures.
• Cleans dishes and related service ware per procedures.
• Assists in serving food and beverages to residents.
• Delivers meals to residents' apartments when requested.
• Completes table settings with water, bread, and crackers before meals.
• Maintains inspection readiness and follows HACCP while working.

Skills

Sanitation standards

Food safety

Dishwashing

Temperature monitoring

Light food prep

Communication

Job description

Purpose:

Maintains standards of housekeeping and sanitation in production, service, dining, and storage areas. Maintains department in an inspection-ready condition in accordance with Health Department guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, utensils, and other minor equipment routinely used in the kitchen following established procedures.
• Collects and removes trash from all areas of the operation following established procedures. Adheres to recycling guidelines.
• Cleans and maintains floors and walls in designated food service areas following established procedures.
• Cleans and sanitizes dishes and related service ware following established procedures.
• Consistently adheres to SDS information related to the proper and safe use of chemicals in the workplace.
• Assist in light food preparation as directed by manager or chef on duty
• Assist in serving food and beverages to the residents in the dining room
• Deliver meals to residents' apartments when requested
• Cleans large equipment as assigned, following established procedures.
• Monitors and records temperatures according to operation guidelines.
• Maintains inspection-readiness at all times and follows HACCP procedures while completing job duties.
• Uses and maintains equipment according to manufacturer and department guidelines; follows all safety procedures.
• Complete table settings with water, butter, and crackers prior to each meal

Work permit required if under 18 years old.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran