Overnight Kitchen Steward: Cleanliness & Prep Pro

Highgate; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, lifeInsurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Highgate Hotels is seeking an Overnight Steward at the Kalia Theatre in Hawaii. You will maintain cleanliness across kitchens and stewarding areas overnight, operate dishwashing equipment, and assist with setup for events to ensure readiness for the next day’s operations.

The role emphasizes safe handling of chemicals, adherence to sanitation standards, and teamwork with culinary and banquet teams. Flexible hours and heavy lifting are involved.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; hospitality, restaurant, or stewarding experience preferred.
• Previous stewarding, dishwashing, or kitchen utility experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sanitation standards and cleaning chemicals.
• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Ability to withstand temperature variations, both hot and cold.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently during overnight hours.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and management.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and sanitation in all kitchens, stewarding areas, loading docks, storage rooms, and food and beverage back‑of‑house areas.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness and organization throughout all food and beverage areas during the overnight shift.
• Operate dishwashing equipment to ensure all china, glassware, silverware, cookware, and utensils are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Sort, stack, and transport soiled china, glassware, silverware, and cookware to designated cleaning areas.
• Return all clean items to designated storage locations while minimizing breakage.
• Assist restaurants, banquets, and culinary operations by supplying clean china, glassware, silverware, and equipment as needed.
• Clean and sanitize all food preparation and service areas in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Perform heavy‑duty cleaning of ovens, grills, fryers, hoods, walls, floors, sinks, walk‑in coolers, freezers, and other kitchen equipment.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, and maintain floors throughout kitchens, food and beverage areas, and service corridors.
• Empty trash and recycling containers and transport waste to designated disposal areas.
• Maintain proper storage and organization of stewarding supplies and equipment.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of buffets, banquet functions, and special events as assigned.
• Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance concerns, and safety hazards to management immediately.
• Follow all sanitation, food safety, and chemical‑handling procedures.
• Practice safe work habits at all times to prevent injury to self or others.
• Know the location and proper use of fire and life‑safety equipment.
• Promote a culture of safety, cleanliness, respect, and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude throughout the shift.
• Work cooperatively with Culinary, Banquets, Restaurants, and fellow associates.
• Demonstrate initiative, accountability, and attention to detail in completing assigned tasks.
• Support operational goals through productivity, teamwork, and efficient execution of assigned duties.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with all company policies, standards, and grooming requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Sanitation knowledge

Stand for long hours

Team communication

Attention to detail

Lifting heavy objects

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Highgate Hotels is seeking an Overnight Steward at the Kalia Theatre in Hawaii. You will maintain cleanliness across kitchens and stewarding areas overnight, operate dishwashing equipment, and assist with setup for events to ensure readiness for the next day’s operations.

The role emphasizes safe handling of chemicals, adherence to sanitation standards, and teamwork with culinary and banquet teams. Flexible hours and heavy lifting are involved.