Kitchen Steward

UPMC; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Dietary/Housekeeping aide to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in production, service, dining, and storage areas. You will assist in light food preparation, serve meals to residents, and deliver meals to apartments as requested, while adhering to health guidelines.

The role emphasizes HACCP procedures, proper chemical safety, and consistent maintenance of an inspection-ready kitchen and dining environment for residents and staff.

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