Kitchen Steward

Upper Crust Food Service • University, MS

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About The Position

Kitchen Stewards help keep the kitchen clean, stocked, and operating effectively. The role involves washing dishes, putting away deliveries, and assisting with food preparation when needed. It is suited to someone dependable who takes cleanliness seriously and does not cut corners. The work environment may be loud and busy, with kitchen hazards and possible exposure to extreme heat or cold and cleaning chemicals. Upper Crust Food Service provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment in employment.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of operating a commercial dishwasher.
• Food safety handler and sanitation certification, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to stand for long periods, up to 8+ hours, and to walk, bend, and stoop.
• Ability to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous restaurant dishwashing experience.
• High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety.

Responsibilities

• Keep the kitchen and dining room clean and sanitary.
• Wash utensils, equipment, and dishes by machine or by hand.
• Put away clean dishware, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans.
• Stock supplies at serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and salad bars.
• Sweep and wash floors.
• Sort and remove trash to designated pickup areas.
• Help with food preparation duties as directed, such as preparing salad bar items and cold dishes.
• Help unload and put away deliveries.
• Communicate regularly with management by phone, email, and text.

What This Job Offers

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