Part-Time Kitchen Steward - Clean & Efficient Support

New Waterloo; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

RAINBIRD in California is seeking a PART-TIME Steward to support our kitchen and dining operations. You will help keep dishes, surfaces, and equipment clean and sanitized, ensuring smooth service and high health standards.

This role requires teamwork, reliability, and adherence to food safety guidelines; you will collaborate with culinary and service staff to address spills, waste, and sanitation needs promptly.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos, and verbal instruction
• Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans by hand or using a dishwasher; ensure items are cleaned and sanitized
• Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen, including floors, countertops, walls, and equipment; sweep, mop, and sanitize surfaces regularly
• Properly dispose of waste and recycling materials, ensuring bins are emptied and cleaned regularly
• Assist in organizing kitchen supplies, utensils, and equipment in designated places; replenish stock to ensure smooth operations
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, such as ovens, grills, fryers and refrigerators, to ensure they are in good working condition
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene standards, following proper sanitation procedures to prevent contamination
• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the dining area, including sanitizing tables, chairs, and surfaces
• Follow health and safety regulations and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment for team members and guests
• Collaborate with culinary and service teams to ensure efficient service and address cleanliness or sanitation concerns promptly
• Respond to spills, accidents, or emergencies that require immediate cleaning and attention
• Maintain open communication with departments and management via email, logbooks, meetings to ensure outlet needs are met
• Be available to fill in as needed and attend relevant meetings as directed by the outlet manager

Job description

RAINBIRD in California is seeking a PART-TIME Steward to support our kitchen and dining operations. You will help keep dishes, surfaces, and equipment clean and sanitized, ensuring smooth service and high health standards.

This role requires teamwork, reliability, and adherence to food safety guidelines; you will collaborate with culinary and service staff to address spills, waste, and sanitation needs promptly.