Steward/Dishwasher - Hilton Tucson El Conquistador
About The Position
The Steward/Dishwasher maintains cleanliness, sanitation, and organization in the kitchen, dish area, and related equipment to support safe food preparation and efficient kitchen operations. The role performs dishwashing and cleaning duties, monitors sanitation conditions and equipment, and responds to requests from guests and team members. This position involves continuous physical activity in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with frequent standing and walking, repetitive bending, reaching, lifting, and handling of kitchen equipment. The work environment may be wet, humid, and hot, with exposure to hot water, cleaning chemicals, and kitchen equipment.
Requirements
- Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions.
- Basic knowledge of chemical handling and kitchen safety procedures.
- Ability to work efficiently in a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to perform frequent standing and walking for most of the shift.
- Ability to regularly lift and carry items weighing 5–25 pounds; occasional heavier lifting may be required.
- Ability to perform repetitive bending, reaching, lifting, and handling of kitchen equipment.
Responsibilities
- Set up dishwashing and pot sink stations, including filling dish machines, checking chemical levels, and preparing flatware pre-soak areas.
- Scrape, rinse, and wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, and pans according to sanitation standards.
- Store clean items in designated areas and maintain an organized dish and storage area.
- Sweep and mop kitchen floors at the end of each meal period and as needed to address spills or debris.
- Empty, clean, and sanitize trash receptacles when full and at scheduled intervals.
- Monitor dish machine chemicals and water temperature throughout the shift, and change water at required intervals.
- Clean kitchen equipment and areas, including hoods, filters, steam tables, bus carts, ovens, grills, and storage areas.
- Maintain overall cleanliness and organization of kitchen and storeroom areas.
- Report malfunctioning equipment, safety hazards, or sanitation concerns to a supervisor immediately.
- Respond promptly and courteously to guest and team member requests.
- Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to company grooming and uniform standards.
- Follow company policies, safety procedures, and food handling regulations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
