Kitchen Steward

The Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Kitchen Steward works under the supervision of the Manager of Food Services to maintain food service facilities and equipment. The position requires professionalism, commitment, and adaptability in support of Coalition Values and an environment of dignity, respect, and cooperation. The role includes cleaning and sanitizing kitchen and dining areas, washing dishes and equipment, supporting meal preparation and distribution, receiving and storing deliveries, and helping volunteers follow safe food-service practices. The employee must also document food donations and promptly report kitchen accidents or food-safety violations. Other job-related duties may be assigned by an authorized supervisor.

Requirements

At least one year of experience directly related to the specified duties and responsibilities.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work independently and use critical thinking to solve problems.
Ability to follow supervisor instructions and communicate effectively with team members and volunteers.
Ability to safely use cleaning tools, including brooms, mops, and scrub brushes, and common cleaning chemicals.
Ability to be a reliable and effective team player.
Demonstrate respect, compassion, and kindness toward others.
Dependability and punctuality.
Ability to stand, sit, kneel, or crouch for extended periods.
Ability to safely climb up and down ladders.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds for short periods.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Previous experience in cleaning and preventative maintenance preferred.
Bilingual candidates and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness and organization in refrigerators, freezers, and dry food storage areas.
Clean and sanitize dining hall tables, chairs, and countertops before and after meal service.
Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other food-service equipment using manual, chemical, or mechanical methods.
Sweep, mop, and vacuum dining hall floors to maintain cleanliness and reduce slip hazards.
Empty and sanitize trash receptacles regularly.
Assist with assembling and packaging meals for distribution, ensuring accurate portions and presentation.
Unload food and non-food products for pantry, cooler, and freezer storage using safe lifting, pulling, and pushing practices.
Perform preventative maintenance, cleaning, and sanitizing of food-service equipment, including ovens, steamers, and ice machines.
Clean and maintain floors, walls, surfaces, and ceiling vents.
Keep assigned equipment, including the dishwasher, in good condition by clearing food and other debris before and after use.
Work with the Food Services Cook to guide volunteer groups and individuals in safe food preparation, serving, and cleaning when needed.
Assist the Food Services Cook with food preparation, including chopping vegetables, preparing ingredients, and following recipes under kitchen staff guidance.
Operate kitchen equipment such as mixers, slicers, and food processors safely and efficiently as needed.
Receive and inspect incoming food deliveries for quality and freshness under the Food Services Cook’s guidance.
Store food in designated areas and follow FIFO (first in, first out) practices to minimize waste.
Promptly report kitchen accidents and food-safety code or procedure violations to the Kitchen Services Manager or other management staff.
Ensure donors complete food donation forms for the Development team.
Label perishable food donations with their date of receipt.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.