Overnight Porter

The Inn at Little Washington; Virginia; On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

On-the-job training

Education allowance

Advancement opportunities

Flexible schedules

Employee events

Uniforms provided

Family meals

Referral bonuses

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Inn at Little Washington, a renowned restaurant and hotel in Washington, VA, is seeking an Overnight Steward to join our team. This role focuses on deep cleaning, sanitation, and organization of back-of-house areas overnight, supporting cooks and maintenance staff.

We offer competitive pay, full-time benefits, and opportunities for advancement in a legendary, award-winning property located just outside DC in the Blue Ridge foothills. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Must show strong work ethic and be independently motivated.
• Commitment to proper sanitation and safety.
• Eye for detail with aim to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Available to work weekends.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.
• Experience in restaurant work or sanitation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deep clean and sanitize kitchen areas.
• Clean ovens and burners; polish brass and copper weekly.
• Power wash and scrub floors; organize non-food spaces.
• Assist cooks with breakdowns and help with pot sink at shift start.
• Report concerns to culinary managers and maintain cleanliness standards.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Self-motivated

Sanitation knowledge

Attention to detail

Weekend availability

Reliable transportation

Job description

Located in the picturesque town of Washington, Virginia.

30 minutes from Culpeper, Front Royal, and Warrenton, Virginia
40 minutes from Gainesville and Stephen City, Virginia
Just a bit over an hour from Reston, Loudoun County, Virginia and Washington, DC.

Since 1978 The Inn at Little Washington, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains, has been one of the most decorated restaurants and hotels in the world. There is no better time to join our growing team of exceptional people. Your next career awaits.

Some of our awards include Michelin 3 Stars, Forbes 5 Stars, Michelin Green Star, AAA 5 Diamonds, and Wine Spectator Grand Award. Member of Relais & Chateaux.

Why join our team:

We offer:

• Health, vision and dental insurance (full time employees)
• Paid time off (Full time employees)
• 401(k) retirement plan with match
• On-the-job training
• Employee education allowance
• Advancement potential
• Flexible schedules
• Employee appreciation events
• Complimentary uniforms
• Delicious "family" meals daily prepared by the chefs
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive pay

www.theinnatlittlewashington.com

The Overnight Steward works through the night on deep kitchen cleaning, polishing, sanitation, and organization. This position is responsible for deep cleaning of the ovens, detailing and polishing of the brass and range, power-washing of the floor, cleaning, consolidating, and organizing non-food areas. The overnight porter will assist with breakdown of the kitchen alongside the cooks. Other responsibilities include cleaning and scrubbing of drawers, gaskets, windows, and other areas as designated by the culinary managers. In the absence of the culinary managers, the overnight porter reports to the overnight maintenance technician and the bakers with any concerns and to review completed work.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Deep cleaning and sanitation of kitchen.
• Cleaning of ovens.
• Scrubbing of burners and grill.
• Detailed polishing of brass areas and copper equipment weekly.
• Buffing of countertops as directed.
• Power washing and deep scrubbing of floor areas.
• Scrubbing and cleaning of cubbies, dark corners, walls, and other spaces as directed.
• Dusting lights and sconces.
• Assisting with polishing of hood in absence of maintenance tech.
• Consolidation and organization of non-food storage spaces.
• Assisting cooks with break down and stewards with pot sink at beginning of shift.
• Additional organization and deep cleaning tasks as directed by culinary managers.
• Other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• A strong work ethic.
• Independently motivated.
• Understanding of proper sanitation and usage of cleaning supplies appropriately.
• Eye for detail and motivation to maintain all back of house spaces to the standard held by the establishment.
• Ability to work weekends.
• A reliable mode of transportation to and from work.

Desirable

• Experience in restaurant work and/or sanitation.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

SKILLS

• An eye for organization and detailed cleaning.
• The ability to be self-motivated and take direction as given by management.
• Strong communication skills and work ethic.
• Following guidance and direction effectively, efficiently, and appropriately.
• A sense of responsibility for cleanliness and organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time (8-10 hours consistently).
• Requires exposure to hot pans, sharp knives, open flames, and temperatures ranging from hot to cold.
• Availability and understanding that the position often requires hours more than a standard workweek (40-50 hours).

**The Inn at Little Washington is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws**