Kitchen Steward

Gurneys Inn Resort & Spa LLC•Paradise Valley, AZ

35d

About The Position

This position contributes to the Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain success by transporting and cleaning cooking utensils and flatware in order to provide, cooks, bus persons, and food servers with appropriate equipment for guests' dining experience. This position is also responsible for cleaning the physical surroundings of the kitchen and F&B areas, with a focus on living the Sanctuary Commitments and our Promise of Care Enough to do it well.

Requirements

Knowledge of service ware and how to maintain all in order to compliment guest experience.
Ability to maintain a pleasant disposition and function efficiently in high stress work environment.
Solid interpersonal skills and positive attitude is a must.
Must be able to follow instructions, both verbally and written; excellent communication skills.
Must be professional in appearance and demeanor.
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and under pressure.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings, weekends and holidays
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Equivalent
Current Food Handler's Card.

Nice To Haves

Experience with hospitality and customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain the dish machine properly cleaned and filled with water per hotel standards.
Sort and wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and/or pans using dishwashers or by hand.
Operate burnishing machine to ensure proper finish on silverware.
Clean kettles, tilt skillets, pots and pans efficiently, as support to the cooks.
Perform general/routine cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards.
Clean and dry floors to avoid slip/fall accidents.
Separate linen from other debris.
Ensure dishes are sanitized and available as needed.
Place clean dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in storage areas.
De-tarnish/polish silver and copper.
Maintain proper placement/organization of pots, pans, dish dollies, glass racks, utensils, and linen.
Stock supplies such as food and utensils in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, etc.
Sort and remove trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.
Works diligently to avoid breakage and loss.
Maintain safety standards set by the resort, at all times. Ensuring that any accidents and/or injuries are reported immediately to the Chef and/or immediate manager.
Perform other duties as requested, such as moving supplies and equipment, cleaning up spills, etc.
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that enables getting along with guests, vendors, co-workers, and management.
Perform additional duties as requested by the Chef, Sous Chef and/or Cook I.