Steward

Pacific Hospitality Group•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Steward is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of kitchen and food service areas. The role ensures dishes, utensils, cookware, equipment, and kitchen facilities meet company and health department standards, supporting culinary and food service operations by maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient working environment. The Steward supports dishwashing, kitchen cleanup, sanitation, supply organization, and the needs of banquet, restaurant, and catering operations. The role also assists other Food & Beverage departments as needed and maintains cooperative working relationships with team members.

Requirements

Ability to follow sanitation and safety procedures.
Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and repetitive motions.
Ability to work in wet, hot, and humid kitchen environments.
Ability to safely handle cleaning chemicals and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Previous stewarding, dishwashing, janitorial, or food service experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.
Operate dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen work areas, storage rooms, and food preparation areas.
Clean floors, walls, drains, mats, trash receptacles, and other kitchen facilities.
Follow health, sanitation, and food safety regulations.
Use and store cleaning chemicals and supplies properly.
Ensure clean cookware, utensils, and equipment are readily available to culinary staff.
Transport clean dishes and kitchen equipment to designated storage locations.
Support banquet, restaurant, and catering operations with dishwashing and cleanup.
Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing supplies when needed.
Remove trash, recyclables, and food waste promptly from kitchen and service areas.
Replenish soap, sanitizer, and cleaning supplies as required.
Maintain organization of dishwashing and stewarding areas.
Inspect equipment and report maintenance or safety concerns to management.
Follow company safety policies and procedures.
Participate in opening, closing, and deep-cleaning assignments.
Support other Food & Beverage departments during busy periods as needed.
Maintain professional and cooperative working relationships with team members.