Steward

City of Hope • Zion, IL

18d

About The Position

The Steward cleans and sanitizes dishes, glassware, utensils, equipment, and other kitchen items while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The role supports the daily operations of the Culinary Services department by keeping kitchen and café areas stocked and organized and ensuring they comply with organizational and health department standards.

Working with the Culinary Services team, the Steward helps maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and operational efficiency throughout food service areas. The position follows food safety and sanitation regulations, including ServSafe guidelines, and assists with other departmental duties as needed to support daily operations.

The schedule is 11:30 AM–8:00 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of related food service, hospitality, or environmental services experience preferred.
• A currently dated Food Handler’s Permit from the County or State Health Department where the employee resides, if required by the state; required in Illinois.
• Certification from an ANSI-accredited Food Handler Training Program required upon hire or within 30 days of employment.
• Strong verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and infection prevention practices.
• Ability to follow established policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Nice To Haves

• ServSafe certification preferred.
• One year of related food service, hospitality, or environmental services experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, utensils, equipment, and other kitchen items.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Keep kitchen and café areas stocked and organized.
• Follow organizational and health department standards, including applicable food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Assist with other departmental duties as needed to support daily operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED