Steward, Kitchen

del Lago Resort & Casino; Town of Waterloo (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Del Lago Resort & Casino in Waterloo, NY is hiring a Steward, Kitchen to keep the kitchen clean, organized, and compliant with sanitation codes. The role offers hourly pay and opportunities for growth within the food service environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, following safety guidelines, and supporting the kitchen team with a proactive, customer-focused attitude. Training provided and schedule may include evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Follow Food Service Sanitation guidelines and safety practices.
• Adhere to 5S principles and daily checklists.
• Be punctual and provide World Class Service with a positive attitude.

Skills

Math skills

Safety-conscious

Flexible shifts

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dish machine operation

Job description

Title: Steward, Kitchen

Requisition ID#: 4353

Location:

Waterloo, NY, US, 13165

Property: Del Lago Resort & Casino

Pay Range: $24.39-$27.10

JOIN OUR TEAM

With gaming, hotel, retail and restaurant positions, you can always find what you’re looking for at del Lago. Previous casino-industry experience is not required, but a friendly, positive attitude is. We’ll provide all the training you’ll need to succeed in your job and grow in your career. Whether it’s the fun of the slots or the excitement you only find at the best gaming tables, del Lago will bring the action you’re looking for. Our luxurious 205 room hotel with beds more comfy than home, services that make everyone feel like a high roller and spa treatments to soothe and rejuvenate. Wherever you’re coming from, however long you plan to stay, there’s only one destination in the Finger Lakes region that gives you everything you expect, and then some. Join a winning team today at del Lago Resort & Casino

Pay Range: $24.39-$27.10/hour.

Job Summary

The Steward is responsible for ensuring the kitchen is clean, well maintained and always organized. The Steward will maintain a high standard of cleanliness according to the food service sanitation codes. The Steward, upon demonstrating job performance excellence, will be considered for growth opportunities. Focus on departmental goals of - Consistency, Quality and Sense of Urgency.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Be punctual to pre-shift meeting with a positive attitude and openly participate
• Consistently providing an exciting environment and World Class Service by providing Old-World Hospitality and Charm, as well as live the company core values
• Comply with department standards, guidelines, and objectives to include adherence to all Food Service and Sanitation, OSHA, and Hazcom standards and guidelines
• Must pass Food Service Sanitation course and rigorously practice safe food handling
• Clean as you go, clean spills immediately, practice safe knife handling
• Responsible for using chemicals as prescribed and responsibly
• Ensure all chemicals are in properly labeled containers
• Maintain floor cleanliness, ALWAYS use "wet floor" safety signage when floors are being cleaned or wet.
• Remove trash and waste, clean trash can and replenish with liners as needed
• Ensure items being disposed of are appropriate
• Responsible for reporting all breakage
• Operate dish machine and complete daily maintenance
• Adhere to the 5S Principles of ensuring that items are "Sorted", "Set in Order", "Systematically Cleaned", "Standardized", and "Sustained"
• Update Daily Management Systems board to include daily check lists for position and adhere to kitchen setup roadmaps
• Conduct him/her in a gracious, kind, and warm manner that creates a sense of fondness, as well as professional, courteous, and responsive manner, which reflects positively on the company and its core values
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by department and/or company management

Required Skills And Abilities

• Responsible for accurately calculating figures and amounts and perform mathematical functions applicable to business needs
• Interpret and follow through on a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Resolve problems and conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner
• Flexible to work all shifts including holidays, nights, weekend hours and overtime as business needs dictate
• Wear plastic or latex gloves when handling ready to eat foods
• Work in kitchen setting where varying temperatures; hot and humid conditions
• Be physically mobile with reasonable accommodations including ability to push, pull, carry, and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces

Education And Experience

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. High school diploma or equivalent required. Attention to detail and accuracy. Maintain confidential information.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Attend required training sessions offered by the casino
• Obtain required license(s)
• Perform the duties described in compliance with local laws and regulations
• Responsible for taking the necessary steps to ensure minors are not allowed to gamble or loiter in gambling areas, drink alcoholic beverages, or purchase tobacco
• Knowledge of the ordinances, regulations, laws, policies, and procedures relating to the Team Member’s department
• Knowledge of the Property’s programs to address problem gambling
• Consult with the appropriate individuals and maintain an effective system of written policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with the state regulations and Systems of Internal Controls
• Responsible for taking the appropriate steps to investigate exceptions, fraud, and potential violations and report such instances to the appropriate levels of management
• Report any acts of wrongdoing on behalf of any staff member that they have knowledge of

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Work With Us

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

Nearest Major Market: Syracuse