RDS- Kitchen Steward, NSH

csusystem; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University in Fort Collins is seeking a Kitchen Steward to maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, dishware, utensils, and food prep areas in accordance with health standards. This is a non-student, hourly position in Residential Dining Services, starting as soon as possible.

The role supports the culinary team, handles waste and cleaning chemicals, and may assist with deliveries and porter duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Must adhere to health and safety standards.
• Reliable in maintaining cleanliness of kitchen items.

Responsibilities

• Ensure steady supply of clean pots, pans and tools during service to support kitchen operations.
• Handle proper storage, organization, and disposal of kitchen waste, supplies, and cleaning chemicals.
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries and support basic food prep or porter duties as assigned.

Job description

Job Description

The Kitchen Steward is a non student hourly role responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment, dishware, utensils and food preparation areas in accordance with health and safety standards.

Department Name

Residential Dining Services

Anticipated Start Date

As soon as possible

Essential Duties

• 1. The Steward will support the culinary team by ensuring a steady supply of clean pots, pans and tools during service, helping kitchen operations run smoothly and efficiently.
• 2. Handles proper storage, organization, and disposal of kitchen waste, supplies, and cleaning chemicals
• 3. Assists with receiving and storing deliveries, and may support basic food prep or porter duties as assigned

Decision Making

• 1. Exercises judgment in prioritizing which items to clean first based on kitchen demand and service timing, without requiring constant supervision
• 2. Determines when equipment or dishware does not meet sanitation standards and takes corrective action, i.e. re-washing, reporting damage, or removing unsafe items from use
• 3. Makes independent decisions about proper use and dilution of cleaning chemicals to ensure safety and compliance with health codes
• 4. Escalates equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or supply shortages to a supervisor or kitchen manager when issues fall outside routine responsibilities

Salary Range

$18.00-$18.00

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.