Restaurant Steward

Highgate Hotels, LP; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Highgate Hotels, LP in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a dedicated Restaurant Steward responsible for maintaining cleanliness and proper storage of all kitchen equipment and utensils. This position involves heavy cleaning duties and ensuring sanitation standards are upheld throughout kitchen and food areas.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, ability to lift heavy objects, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Experience in similar roles is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Flexible hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in all kitchen areas.
• Heavy duty cleaning of kitchen equipment and areas.
• Assist with food storage and sanitation.

Skills

Cleanliness standards

Ability to multitask

Safe handling techniques for chemicals

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Restaurant Steward

Overview

The Steward is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and proper storage of all china, glass, and silver, and ensuring the highest standards of sanitation. They are also responsible for assisting the kitchen staff in maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and all storage areas; specifically for cleaning all equipment, utensils, and the physical work area. They are also responsible for assisting with proper food storage and rotation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and orderliness in all kitchens, back dock, dumpster and utility work areas.
• Heavy duty cleaning of ovens, grills, sinks, walls, floors, walk-in refrigerators and freezers and other heavy kitchen equipment.
• Wash pots, pans, and kitchen utensils following proper procedure for their cleanliness and sanitation.
• Vacuum carpeted areas through the food and beverage outlets.
• Sweep, mop and wash floors in all food and beverage areas, kitchen, and restaurant and dock area.
• Keep management informed of shortage of equipment and supplies.
• Operate the dishwashing equipment to ensure that all china, glass, and silver are cleaned thoroughly and sanitation of such is maintained.
• Return all clean china, glass, and silver to its proper storage location using care to minimize breakage.
• Knowledge of proper safe handling techniques for all chemicals used.
• Report any faulty equipment to management immediately.
• Follow the proper procedures in the breakdown, cleaning and reassembling of all kitchen equipment, as needed.
• Follow all sanitation standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred.
• 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 to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Ability to stand during entire shift.
• Ability to withstand temperature variations, both hot and cold.
• Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.