Steward

EOS • Beverly Hills, CA

26d • Onsite

About The Position

The Steward reports to the Culinary Management Team and is responsible for cleaning and maintaining food and beverage areas in a hotel and restaurant environment. The role includes washing, sanitizing, drying, and storing dishes, flatware, glassware, cookware, utensils, and other culinary items using hand-washing facilities and a commercial dishwasher. The Steward also maintains equipment and dishwashing machinery, keeps kitchen and cafeteria areas stocked and sanitary, and handles waste, recycling, linens, deliveries, and storage areas using food-safe practices such as FIFO and product-quality inspection.

The Steward completes opening and closing duties, daily and weekly cleaning tasks, and assigned deep-cleaning projects. When directed, the Steward may assist with minor food preparation or plating. The role requires following food-allergy and cross-contamination precautions, safe-work procedures, property policies, and applicable cleaning instructions; communicating supply needs and breakage; attending meetings and training; and supporting departmental and operational needs as assigned. The position requires a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, weekends, mornings, nights, and holidays.

Requirements

• California Food Handlers Certification required.
• Successful completion of a satisfactory background check.
• Available and willing to work flexible hours based on business needs, including weekdays and weekends.
• Ability to remain standing for at least 8 hours.
• Ability to move up and down stairs occasionally and move quickly based on guest needs.
• Ability to regularly move and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to frequently perform repetitive manual tasks and bend, stretch, reach, and lift above the head.
• Ability to bend at the waist regularly, including while washing dishes over a sink for extended periods.
• Ability to visually survey areas and inspect details such as finished dishes.
• Ability to communicate and exchange information effectively.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks, operate equipment, and complete duties safely.
• Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and respond in a timely fashion.
• Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and stay focused while maintaining hospitality.
• Express sincere enthusiasm for the role.

Responsibilities

• Complete opening task lists and prepare for daily or overnight operations.
• Wash, dry, sanitize, and put away dishes, cookware, utensils, and other service items throughout the shift, using a three-bay sink and commercial dishwasher as appropriate.
• Keep kitchen and cafeteria areas stocked with dry, sanitized plates, bowls, flatware, service ware, cups, and related items.
• Assist with minor food preparation or plating when able and as directed by a culinary leader.
• Handle and clean assigned kitchen equipment as directed.
• Remove waste and recycling from kitchen, cafeteria, and storage areas; use proper receptacles and keep exterior waste-storage areas clean and tidy.
• Remove and store filled soiled-linen bags; remove trash and cardboard from kitchen and storage areas; restock hand towels, rags, and aprons.
• Organize and put away deliveries using food-safe FIFO practices and inspect product quality.
• Maintain an organized and sanitary workstation; sweep and mop kitchen floors daily.
• Complete assigned cleaning and deep-cleaning tasks, including work on refrigerators, stoves and ovens, dry storage, hood vents, ice machines, and dish machines.
• Notify a manager when chemical supplies are running low and communicate or log breakage.
• Complete additional side work and daily or weekly cleaning guidelines as assigned.
• Perform closing duties, including shutting down equipment, draining the dishwashing machine, turning off lights, and securing the area.
• Attend scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Use food-allergy awareness and appropriate sanitation practices to prevent cross-contamination.
• Follow safe-work practices and safety procedures, including emergency evacuation, workplace violence, accident reporting, OSHA compliance, and bloodborne pathogen procedures.
• Comply with handbook and property policies, including time and attendance, uniform and dress code, anti-harassment, and workplace substance policies.
• Perform other duties assigned by management to support departmental and operational needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed