Kitchen Crew - Year Round

Xanterra Travel Collection • Williams, AZ

30d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Food & Beverage team the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel!
Located in Williams, Arizona, the historic Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel is the place to get your career on the right track! Open year-round, the Grand Canyon Railway operates scenic train rides, a full-service restaurant, pub, retail shops, and 3-diamond hotel. No matter what your job is, you will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all our guests.
Ready to be part of a fast-paced team? Join our Kitchen Crew as an entry-level worker! Gain valuable experience, work alongside skilled professionals, and help keep the kitchen running smoothly. We offer a supportive environment where you can learn, grow, and make an impact from day one. Start your journey with us today!
Job Summary:
Our Kitchen Crew is responsible for performing various duties and responsibilities within the back of house (Expeditor, Dishwasher, and Entry-Level Cook IV). Removing left over food from dishes bussed from tables before sending to the dishwasher, stocking clean dishes, proper cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, dishes, pots/pans, utensils, and glassware, set up and maintain the buffets to standards and specifications by continually stocking and cleaning the buffets, while meeting all deadlines for setup and breakdown.
The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Physical Requirements include: Constantly standing, walking, twisting, using eye/hand coordination, manual dexterity, handling, wrist motion, bending/ stooping. Frequently carrying, bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 40lbs. Occasionally carrying, bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, and pulling items weighing up to 100lbs. Constantly listening, hearing, seeing, and speaking. Will be required to stand and walk for long periods of time on cement floors and to occasionally walk on uneven surfaces. Static Strength-The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects. Trunk Strength-The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without giving out or fatiguing.

Responsibilities

• Fully understand and support Xanterra Mission Statement and Core Values.
• Expeditor: Removes left over food from all dishes bussed from tables before sending to dishwasher. Ensure proper cups are in the proper racks Put the silverware in proper area. Depending on what stations are open, have a clean cart ready in order to travel from station to station emptying carts and replacing with clean bus tubs. Assists with garbage removal as needed. Packs red napkins to the back area for pick up at end of shift. Cleans work area before leaving, wiped down, and organized. Assists front of house staff as necessary.
• Dishwasher: Clean and sanitize all cooking and eating utensils (not including large chefs/prep/or carving knives) utilizing an automated dishwashing machine. Clean and sanitize all dishware and glassware utilizing an automated dishwashing machine. Clean and sanitize all pots/pans utilizing approved hand-washing techniques and procedures. Clean and sanitize all work areas including the pots/pans sink. Clean kitchen floors by sweeping and mopping. Take out trash and clean trash receptacles as needed throughout shift. Restock dishes and eating utensils on the buffet lines.
• Cook IV: Perform all job duties in accordance to County Health Code, the Property Employee Handbook, Department policies, procedures and its Food Safety Management System. Promote and participate in accurate and thorough compliance of the Food Safety Management System; including but not exclusive to its Standard Operating Procedures. Set up buffet to The Fred Harvey Restaurant’s standards and specifications, and meet all deadlines for setup and breakdown of meal services. Monitor and maintain buffet for cleanliness, prescribed product levels, product integrity and food safety Works in a safe manner, practicing risk management worker safety in knife handling, equipment operation, lifting, working with open flame and all other areas of food production at all times. Understands and adheres to The Fred Harvey Restaurant’s standards and practices including; proper hand washing and follows all sanitation policies in regard to personal hygiene, grooming and Company uniform standards. Properly wear gloves as required Report maintenance repairs and needs to your immediate supervisor in a timely manner. Date and rotate all left over food according to procedures and follows proper first in first out (FIFO) rotation for stored foods. Keep buffet area swept, mopped and free of trip and slip hazards, keeps shelving and storage areas clean and organized. Utilize and adheres to all systems such as temperature charts/logs and buffet layout sheets. Complete all assigned side work duties in a timely manner. Prepare foods in accordance to County Health Code and the department’ Food Safety Management System. Notify supervisor of any problems needing immediate attention. Perform all daily cleaning assignments on Kitchen Cleaning Schedule and Buffet Closing Checklist.

Benefits

• Generous benefit program including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and more!
• Free gym and pool access
• Free train tickets
• Free entry to Bearizona
• Exclusive retail and dining discounts at GCR and other Xanterra properties

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed