Kitchen Worker - Banquet

Plaza Hotel & Casino•Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of the Kitchen Worker is to maintain the sanitation and cleanliness of the kitchen areas and equipment by washing dishes, pots, mopping floors, disposing of garbage and grease, and performing general cleaning duties. Assists workers engaged in preparing food for hotel restaurants by performing the following duties. Perform responsibilities in accordance with all company standards, policies, and procedures. Top 5 Specific Job Functions: Receive soiled dinnerware, flatware, and glassware, placing items according to size and likeness on the automatic dishwashing conveyor belt Operate dish machines Remove washed dinnerware, flatware, and glassware from the automatic dishwasher and stack them according to size and likeness for future use. Return items not satisfactorily cleaned for a second wash Sweep and mop kitchen floors. Scrub walls and trashcans. Pick up trash in the kitchen and loading dock area. Clean floor mats Dismantle stoves, ovens, grills, and broilers daily or as required by the Kitchen Steward. Scrape each item with a wire brush and apply cleaning solution. Clean ventilation units inside and out. Re-light each unit as required Other Specific Job Duties: Maintain a written record of all equipment cleaned and/ or those needing special attention Keep stations assigned, stocked with chinaware, silver, glasses, and condiments. Clean and refill condiments containers Keep the guest side of the lines clean Keep the store room cleaned and items in order on the proper shelf. Put away supplies in proper storage when daily supplies arrive Maintains the cleanliness of the dining room, including tables, chairs, counters, beverage dispensers, and fills ice bins with ice. Disassemble and reassemble machinery for cleaning purposes Greet owners and guests with a warm smile, maintain eye contact, and communicate in a professional and pleasant demeanor. Treat all guests and visitors with maximum courtesy Attend training and retain knowledge covered in sessions Notify supervisor and/ or Security of all unusual events, circumstances, missing items, and/ or alleged thefts Notify the manager on duty of any guest concerns or disputes that cannot be readily resolved Be proactive, responsive, and anticipate owner and guest needs before and throughout the stay. Answer all questions or secure answers for owners and guests Maintain composure with difficult owners and guests in demanding situations Adhere to strict service standards and follow established service sequences Maintain an organized, clean, and presentable environment. Maintain constant awareness of sanitation, safety and accident prevention Perform all other job-related duties as requested This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each procedure or task is performed. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department.

Requirements

Excellent customer service skills
Must be able to set up a 3 compartment sink
Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts
Professional appearance and demeanor
Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms
Food Handler’s Card
Must have the physical ability to access all areas of the facility; move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects; withstand prolonged standing, stretching, bending, kneeling, lifting, and carrying items weighing at least 50 lbs. without restriction.
Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
Physical stamina and proper mental attitude to work under pressure; work indoors and outdoors, as well as be exposed to hot/cold surfaces, steam, and wet floors.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of related kitchen experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience working in a similar resort setting

Responsibilities

Receive soiled dinnerware, flatware, and glassware, placing items according to size and likeness on the automatic dishwashing conveyor belt
Operate dish machines
Remove washed dinnerware, flatware, and glassware from the automatic dishwasher and stack them according to size and likeness for future use.
Return items not satisfactorily cleaned for a second wash
Sweep and mop kitchen floors.
Scrub walls and trashcans.
Pick up trash in the kitchen and loading dock area.
Clean floor mats
Dismantle stoves, ovens, grills, and broilers daily or as required by the Kitchen Steward.
Scrape each item with a wire brush and apply cleaning solution.
Clean ventilation units inside and out.
Re-light each unit as required
Maintain a written record of all equipment cleaned and/ or those needing special attention
Keep stations assigned, stocked with chinaware, silver, glasses, and condiments.
Clean and refill condiments containers
Keep the guest side of the lines clean
Keep the store room cleaned and items in order on the proper shelf.
Put away supplies in proper storage when daily supplies arrive
Maintains the cleanliness of the dining room, including tables, chairs, counters, beverage dispensers, and fills ice bins with ice.
Disassemble and reassemble machinery for cleaning purposes
Greet owners and guests with a warm smile, maintain eye contact, and communicate in a professional and pleasant demeanor.
Treat all guests and visitors with maximum courtesy
Attend training and retain knowledge covered in sessions
Notify supervisor and/ or Security of all unusual events, circumstances, missing items, and/ or alleged thefts
Notify the manager on duty of any guest concerns or disputes that cannot be readily resolved
Be proactive, responsive, and anticipate owner and guest needs before and throughout the stay.
Answer all questions or secure answers for owners and guests
Maintain composure with difficult owners and guests in demanding situations
Adhere to strict service standards and follow established service sequences
Maintain an organized, clean, and presentable environment.
Maintain constant awareness of sanitation, safety and accident prevention
Perform all other job-related duties as requested