Steward (Seasonal Full Time to October)

Rocky Mountaineer•Vancouver, BC

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Steward reports to the Sous Chef. The Steward plays a vital role in supporting the culinary team by maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen environment. This position is primarily responsible for the efficient washing and sanitizing of dishes, cookware, and kitchen equipment to ensure food service operations run smoothly and without interruption. Stewards also maintain clean workstations, storage areas, floors, and waste disposal systems, while supporting composting and recycling initiatives. As an essential member of the kitchen team, the Steward helps uphold food safety and health standards through proper sanitation practices, safe handling procedures, and attention to cleanliness throughout the workspace. In addition to dishwashing and cleaning duties, Stewards assist with food preparation when needed and work collaboratively with team members across multiple railcars, contributing to a safe, organized, and efficient culinary operation. This position is deemed Safety Sensitive. All onboard team members must adhere to and comply with onboard safety standards. This also includes reporting any violations or hazards to onboard management and providing support in the event of an emergency. This position requires periodic access to an active railway area where impaired performance could result in a significant incident affecting the health and safety of team members, guests, team members, the public, property, or the environment. This position is based out of Vancouver, Canada.

Requirements

BC Food Safe certification; required
Fluency in English language
Valid ID to satisfy domestic travel requirements (passport, driving license)
Minimum 1 year restaurant dishwashing experience required
Ability to prioritize and self-manage workload
Time management and efficiency in executing tasks
Effectively maintains organization in tight workspaces
Physical endurance and emotional resiliency with the ability to adapt and work long days
Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED is an asset
Valid First Aid certification is an asset

Responsibilities

Provide fast and efficient sanitation of all dishes and equipment to support daily services
Keep workstation and storage areas clean and organized
Clean kitchen floors, storage areas, and remove trash
Assist with food preparation as required for service
Adheres to waste management and reduction initiatives, including composting and recycling programs
Flexibility to work in multiple railcars with varying teams
Support your team members as required
Perform other duties as assigned by your leadership team
Handle ingredients correctly and follow food safety regulations
Practice proper hand-washing technique and use gloves correctly when required to wear them
Maintain cleanliness and sanitization of all kitchen equipment and workstation areas