Kitchen Steward: Clean, Fast-Paced Role in Hotel Kitchen

Omni Hotels & Resorts; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Omni Hotels & Resorts in Richmond is hiring a Steward responsible for overseeing kitchen cleanliness and sanitation. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service skills and the ability to work effectively in a team. Duties include sorting, washing, and transporting kitchen ware and maintaining kitchen equipment. The position requires physical strength to lift up to 50 pounds and must include a valid Food Handlers certificate. A commitment to safety and sanitation is essential, along with a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service orientation and skills.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Excellent safety and sanitation skills.
• Create courteous, friendly, professional work environment.
• Ability and willingness to work a varied schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Physical strength and stamina required to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Sort soiled ware for proper washing and cleaning.
• De-tarnish and polish silver for appearance.
• Clean cooking utensils and service ware for the kitchen staff.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen work areas and equipment.
• Transport and clean all kitchen utensils used for cooking.
• Report inventory to supervisor for supplies and cleaning chemicals.
• Assist kitchen staff as needed and attend department meetings.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Ability to work in a team

Effective communication

Safety and sanitation skills

Professional work environment creation

Education

Unexpired Food Handlers certificate

Job description

Omni Hotels & Resorts in Richmond is hiring a Steward responsible for overseeing kitchen cleanliness and sanitation. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service skills and the ability to work effectively in a team. Duties include sorting, washing, and transporting kitchen ware and maintaining kitchen equipment. The position requires physical strength to lift up to 50 pounds and must include a valid Food Handlers certificate. A commitment to safety and sanitation is essential, along with a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.