Kitchen Steward (Harrisburg)

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking kitchen staff to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in food service areas. Responsibilities include cleaning kitchen equipment, assisting in food preparation, and ensuring compliance with health guidelines. Ideal candidates should have attention to detail and a commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen sanitation or food service preferred.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and chemical handling.
• Ability to follow established cleaning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment and service ware.
• Collects and removes trash, adhering to recycling guidelines.
• Assists in food preparation and serving to residents.

Skills

Sanitation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

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