The Steward position is responsible for maintaining kitchen work areas and restaurant equipment, dishes, and utensils in clean and orderly condition. This role requires effective communication, a friendly and caring demeanor in a fast-paced environment, and maintaining a professional image. The Steward demonstrates teamwork by cooperating and assisting employees as needed. Key responsibilities include operating and maintaining the dishwashing machine, washing dishes, utensils, glassware, and equipment, scraping food from dirty dishes, checking for cleanliness and dryness of dishes, cleaning and draining the dishwasher, and informing supervisors of any operational issues. The role also involves learning the proper use of cleaning chemicals and safety techniques for handling broken items. Additionally, the Steward is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the restaurant, butcher room, and kitchen areas, including sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning garbage cans, polishing fixtures, wiping down surfaces, and hosing down floor mats. They are also responsible for putting away dishes, glasses, pots, pans, trays, and utensils, emptying trash, refilling supplies, and polishing fixtures and wiping doors. The Steward assists in transferring supplies and equipment and performs any other duties assigned by their manager.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED