Kitchen Steward / Dishwasher

Terre Haute Casino Resort; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a diligent Kitchen Steward / Dishwasher to ensure the cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas. This role involves maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety, effectively communicating with team members, and performing various cleaning duties. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be available to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. If you are passionate about maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen and enjoy working as part of a team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and instructions.
• Customer service or food & beverage experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas and dishware.
• Follow health and safety standards diligently.
• Perform various cleaning tasks as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Effective communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Summary
The Kitchen Steward / Dishwasher is responsible for the overall cleanliness of kitchen areas and dishware, tableware, and service ware under the guidance of the Kitchen Steward Supervisor.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive, but a general illustration. It may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities deemed necessary.

1. Clean according to standards the following items and areas: broilers, deep fryers, grills, ovens, range hoods, ware washing machines, floors, walk-ins.
2. Carefully rinse all dishware, tableware, and service ware for restaurants before sending them through the dish machine.
3. Know and practice Health & Safety standards as set forth by governmental agencies.
4. Wash hands at each possible point of contamination.
5. Clean, deck brush, and mop all kitchen floors.
6. Follow 3-compartment sink procedures.
7. Perform weekly de-liming of each dish machine.
8. Use all chemicals according to instructions and know where data sheets are located.
9. Report any malfunctions of the dishwashing machine, including temperatures or other equipment issues.
10. Set up, break down, and maintain all dishwashers.
11. Empty all trash receptacles and cardboard boxes into the dumpsters.
12. Clean and maintain all cook lines.
13. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors to maintain the kitchen, including cleaning ice machines, hand sinks, and refilling paper towel and soap dispensers.
14. Ensure organization, cleanliness, and inventory of clean floor signs are in good repair.

Standards of Performance

1. Ability to multi-task.
2. Effective communication skills for safety.
3. Provide good internal customer service to team members.
4. Availability to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights.

Education, Training, And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Customer Service or Food & Beverage experience is preferred.

Language Ability

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates and Licenses

Must be able to obtain and maintain appropriate and applicable licensing.

Work Environment

The work environment is loud, with smoking in portions of the casino, which may be smoky. Candidates must endure hot and moist conditions.

Physical Demands

Employees must frequently sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs independently and more with assistance.