Steward

RENAISSANCE MEADOWLANDS; Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental through Anthem BCBS

Vision insurance through EyeMed

Vacation and Sick time

401(k) with matching

Hotel room discount

ASPCA pet insurance

Job summary

Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel is seeking a dedicated Steward / Dishwasher to support the Executive Chef and restaurant outlets with dishwashing and organization of food & beverage areas. You will sort soiled ware, wash, and maintain cleanliness to ensure smooth service.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 200 lbs, and flexible availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities with HEI Hotels & Resorts.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of service ware and how to maintain it to complement guest experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to push/pull service carts up to 150 pounds and lift/heavy objects up to 200 lbs.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Sort soiled ware and run through dish or pot machine.
• Wash ware and replace in storage areas.
• Operate burnishing machine and de-tarnish silverware.
• Clean kettles, skillets, pots, and pans promptly for cooks.

Skills

Service ware knowledge

Strong communication

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

About UsRenaissance Meadowlands offers our associates a sophisticated and contemporary environment, strategically situated near the region's highly coveted attractions and business hubs. Nestled in vibrant Rutherford New Jersey provides our associates easy accessibility, with a bus stop directly across the street and amble complementary parking for our team. We invite you to come and join our amazing, talented and dedicated team. Along with a rewarding work life balance, as an HEI employee you would be offered competitive compensation, PTO benefits, healthcare and wellness benefits, a robust 401K retirement plan and travel perks which included discount services.Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.CompensationSalary Range: $23.18 - $25.75 HourlyTipped/Service Charge Eligible? NoDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? NoOverviewWe are looking for a Steward / Dishwasher to join our team at the Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel! You will assist Executive Chef and Restaurant Outlets in the cleaning and organizing of the Food and Beverage Outlets.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Promptly and carefully sort soiled ware so that it can be put through the dish or pot machine properly. Quickly wash all ware and replace in storage areas as designated.Physical strength and stamina are essential to this position due to the high activity level.Keep dish machine properly cleaned and filled with water per hotel standards.Operate burnishing machine to ensure proper finish on silverware.De-tarnish and polish silver for proper appearance.Clean kettles, tilt skillets, pots and pans promptly and completely so cooks can carry out their work.Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.Must be able to work a flexible shift including evenings, weekends and holidays.Qualifications and Skills:Knowledge of service ware and how to maintain same in order to complement guest experience.Ability to push/pull service carts weighing up to 150 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.Ability to transport heavy objects through a crowded room with or without reasonable accommodation.Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 200lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.BenefitsHEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.