Steward - The Hay-Adams $28.00/hour - Full-time

B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group

32d•$28

About The Position

Steeped in rich history and surrounded by the most iconic institutions of our nation, The Hay-Adams is the downtown Washington, D.C. hotel for discerning guests. Enveloped by views of the White House, St. John's Church, and the scenic Lafayette Park, the 5-star accommodations at The Hay-Adams are the embodiment of refined residence. Marked by Washington, D.C.'s most accommodating amenities and dedicated services, The Hay-Adams is the boutique hotel of choice for the modern luxury traveler. The Hay-Adams offers an exceptional guest experience that goes beyond a good night's sleep. It is the mission and intent of this position that the incumbent will take full responsibility for his/her job in accordance with business requirement at Hay-Adams and the Stewarding Department expectation. Assists in the overall responsibility to maintain a hygienically clean, sanitize kitchen in order to comply with local health department laws. Assists in performing daily tasks such as working the dishwasher, empty trash cans, mopping kitchen floors, and replenish all equipment for kitchen and all outlets with their necessary of silver, glass and china.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty to a satisfactory standard.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High School diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate
Sanitation and Hygiene Certificate (Preferably)
Should have a minimum of 1-2 Years of experience as Steward in Four (4) star hotel or restaurant.
Demonstrates knowledge of job functions with attention to details, speedy and accuracy.
Ability to read and write English
Ability to communicate in English with guests, co-workers and management to their understanding.
Ability to compute basic mathematical calculation.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision.
Ability to work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team.
Ability to work well under pressure, remain calm and resolve problems using good judgment.
Sitting, standing/walking, lift and or move up to 20-30 pounds, lift and move up to 50 lbs occasionally
Sitting: 1/2 hours per day.
Standing/walking/talking: 6/7 hours per day, Stair climbing occasionally, Squatting/kneeling: occasionally, Finger movements: continuous, the use of hands, elbows, feet and knees.
Sight for using computer and doing paper work.
The high ethical standards of The Hay-Adams must be upheld by all members of the company.
The policies relative to press relations, equal opportunity, discrimination, sexual harassment, vendor relations, etc., stated in the employee handbook and manuals are inviolable.
We pride ourselves on providing a professional caring atmosphere for clients and all fellow employees and will achieve this goal through responsible actions.

Nice To Haves

Sanitation and Hygiene Certificate (Preferably)
Ability to communicate in a second language is a plus.

Responsibilities

Prepare the dish washer area; arrange the plate's dollies, glass rack and silver.
Prepare the dish machine with the appropriate chemicals.
Prepare the pot washer station with appropriate chemicals.
Operating the dish machine according to the standard.
Wash all china/glass/silver for all outlets.
All china/glass/silver need to be separate / clean and stored at their respective place (as soon as possible).
Wash all pots and pans for all outlets.
Ensure that refrigerators, bars and service bars are properly cleaned.
Check sanitizer.
Check the dish washer temperature.
Ensure to use chemicals for the right purpose.
Check and provide the cleaning supplies for all station.
Keep all kitchen area clean.
Provide support and assistance through out all kitchen areas.
Empty trash in and around the kitchen and to sanitize all trash cans.
Provide all the necessary equipment to banquet kitchen, Re-stock line, and garde manger and pastry shop.
De-lime the dish machine with lime away chemical( when possible)
Sanitize the dish room station including clean wall tiles base board
Follow the kitchen cleaning schedules.
Involve to clean wall tiles/baseboard and all kitchen coolers (when possible).
Keep all fire exits clear of equipment.
Keep the area of work clean and organized all the time.
Be part a team for recycling
Keep the dumpster clear and clean.
Prepare the banquet area for cleaning the event.
Assist and help to plate up as necessary.
Take ownership for any problem regarding to the stewards.
Report of any maintenance issue to the supervisor.
Do any other duty required by the supervisor.