Steward/Dishwasher (Full or Part time) - The Valley Hotel, Curio by Hilton

Valor Hospitality Partners; Homewood (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Daily Pay!

Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Uniforms Provided for most positions

Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision,Life

Paid PTO

401k with employer match

Food and Beverage Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Valor Hospitality Partners is seeking a Steward/Dishwasher for The Valley Hotel, Curio by Hilton, in the Birmingham area. The role offers full or part-time hours in a kitchen environment, with emphasis on sanitation and efficient dish room operation.

Responsibilities include cleaning, loading/unloading dishware, operating the machine, and maintaining equipment while adhering to health standards; education is minimal, and prior experience is preferred. Benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Education: Some high school or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Previous experience preferred.
• Skills: Ability to read meters and controls; follow written or verbal instructions; handle dishes and equipment with care.

Responsibilities

• Gather dirty dishware from tubs, rinse and stack in dish racks, and clear leftovers and trash.
• Load full dish racks on belt and place them for automated washing; operate the dishwasher as instructed.
• Add detergents and regulate output to the machine by adjusting controls.
• Manually scrub pots, pans, and equipment that cannot be washed automatically and dry by hand.
• Polish all silver, stainless steel, and pewter used in food service to present clean equipment.
• Maintain dishwashing equipment per manufacturers’ instructions to prolong life and stay compliant.
• Keep the dish room clean and orderly by sweeping, mopping, and organizing shelves.
• Mop kitchen floors at end of shift and clean all surfaces as scheduled.
• Gather and empty trash cans; keep loading dock and kitchen entrances safe.
• Ensure safety of associates and purveyors by clearing litter and debris.

Skills

Dexterity

Instruction following

Attention to detail

Education

Some High school or equivalent

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians—driven, detail-obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you’re someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you’ll thrive here.

Please visit http://www.valorhospitality.com to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company.

Position: Steward/Dishwasher (Full or Part time) - The Valley Hotel, Curio by Hilton

Reports To: Kitchen Supervisor, Executive Chef

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Valor Hospitality is a leading hotel management company that is a trend setter in the hospitality market. The company is recognized by owners, investors, developers, and guests as an innovative partner to drive revenue and increase profits.

We believe that the highest form of compliment is respect for each associate, both as an individual and as a valued part of our organization. We will do our best to encourage communication, and we will listen with an open mind to new ideas. Furthermore, we are dedicated to implementing those ideas, which will result in a higher level of productivity and professionalism. In addition, we are committed to you, and your career advancement and we will provide you the opportunity to be successful.

POSITION PROFILE:

Clean and clear the tables, work stations, and overall kitchen area by maintaining a high standard of sanitation and cleanliness.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

• Gathers all dirty dishware from tubs brought to the dish room, rinses and stacks in dish racks, always clearing dishes of leftovers and trash to prepare for automated washing.
• Load full dish racks on belt and ensures correct placement in accordance to the instructions for the operation of the machine. Operate an automatic dish wash machine by using controls as instructed.
• Load dishwashing solutions into automatic dispensers and regulates the output of detergents and chemicals to the dishwashing machine by monitoring and adjusting controls.
• Manually scrub pots, pans and other kitchen equipment that cannot be washed automatically, using detergents, scourers, and special solutions as required. Inspects for cleanliness, manually dries with hand towels, and puts away in correct places.
• Manually polish all silver, stainless steel and pewter used in food service, using standard polishing cloth and products, to present clean and attractive equipment to diners.
• Maintain the automatic dishwashing equipment in good condition and working order in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions to prolong the life of the equipment, prevent breakdowns and to meet mandated health compliance regulations.
• Always keep the dish room in clean and orderly condition by sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, wiping counters and equipment and organizing shelves in order to maintain a sanitary work station and to meet mandated health compliance requirements.
• Mop kitchen floors as requested and at end of each shift, cleans all kitchen work surfaces as regularly scheduled by manager including walls, ceilings, hoods, vents and ovens.
• Gather all trash cans from kitchen work areas at end of each shift and empties into outside trash compactor.
• Sweep loading dock and kitchen entrance areas, clearing litter and debris to trash bins, for the safety of associates and purveyors.

DESIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Some High school education or equivalent experience.

Experience: Previous experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities: Must have vision ability to see minute objects at arm’s length, to read meters and controls. Must have finger, hand and upper body dexterity to grasp dishes, push, pull, carry and lift racks, carts, and large trash bins. Must be able to understand and follow written or verbal instruction or instruction by example. Have the ability to keep breakage to a minimum by handling china, glassware and fragile equipment with care.

BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Competitive Salary

• Daily Pay!

• Team Member Hotel Discount Program

• Uniforms Provided for most positions

• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options

• Paid PTO

• 401k with employer match

• Food and Beverage Discounts

• Tuition Reimbursement

If you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love for Birmingham, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow?