Kitchen Steward — Cleanliness & Safety Champion

Xanterra; South Dakota; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

Employee discounts

Volunteer/employee activities

Job summary

Xanterra is seeking a Kitchen Steward at Mount Rushmore National Memorial to maintain cleanliness across kitchen, dish, laundry, and storage areas. This role supports the operational team in meeting health and safety standards and ensuring spaces are ready for service.

The position is full-time and year-round, with pay at $15.05 per hour. Benefits and life at Mount Rushmore offer discounts, employee activities, and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in housekeeping, janitorial, or foodservice roles preferred.
• Knowledge of kitchen/food service cleaning techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely and follow proper procedures.
• Ability to operate an industrial floor scrubbing machine.
• Friendly, professional demeanor when interacting with guests and staff.
• Willing to “pitch-in” and help the team with tasks.
• Must be a positive team player with flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of food preparation and other areas including kitchen, dish room, laundry, and dry storage.
• Clean, sanitize and label children’s highchairs.
• Empty and clean trash receptacles after outlets close; bussing stations included.
• Perform periodic deep cleaning of larger kitchen equipment to prevent grease buildup.
• Clean vents, filters, and exhaust systems to ensure air quality and hygiene.
• Report health or safety hazards and assist with preventive measures.
• Monitor cleaning supplies and notify supervisors when stock is low.
• Ensure cleaning equipment is maintained and stored properly.
• Follow company environmental and safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Flexible schedule

Guest interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Xanterra is seeking a Kitchen Steward at Mount Rushmore National Memorial to maintain cleanliness across kitchen, dish, laundry, and storage areas. This role supports the operational team in meeting health and safety standards and ensuring spaces are ready for service.

The position is full-time and year-round, with pay at $15.05 per hour. Benefits and life at Mount Rushmore offer discounts, employee activities, and referral bonuses.