Steward - Marriott Fort Collins, Colorado

Hotel Equities•Fort Collins, CO

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Steward/Dishwasher/Busser for the Marriott in Fort Collins, Colorado. Come be a part of Fort Collins, Colorado's PREMIER Full-Service hotel! At Marriott, we never stop searching for inventive ways to serve our customers, provide opportunities for our associates, and grow our business. The company that began as a nine-seat A&W root beer stand in 1927 is recognized today as a top employer and for its superior business operations. Be Inspired! Be Empowered! Be You! “With Marriott’s TakeCare culture, associates are always the heart of our business.” – Bill Marriott. This position operates the dishwashing machine to properly clean all dishes, glassware, flatware and all cooking utensils used in the kitchens, restaurants and banquets. Re-stocks all supplies in the proper storage areas. General kitchen cleaning duties including the cleaning and mopping of kitchen floors, walk-ins and freezers, as well as managing trash, bottle and recycling removal.

Requirements

Previous dishwashing/bussing positions preferred
Hotel experience preferred.
6 months previous work experience.
Take every opportunity to amaze the guests, co-workers smile, have eye contact any greet guests, co-workers immediately.
Maintain a well-groomed, professional appearance at all times, including uniform and nametag.
Handle special requests promptly.
Respond promptly to managers requests.
Attend required meetings.
Be enthusiastic, helpful and a positive member of the team.
Be professional, responsible and mature in conduct and behavior.
Be understanding of, encouraging to and friendly with all co-workers.
Be self-motivated and use time wisely.
Communicate pertinent information.
Respond positively to new ideas.
Accept critical/developmental feedback openly.
Adhere to all work rules, procedures and policies established by the company.
Be cross-trained and available to help other departments.
Maintain open lines of communication with all departments.
Model desired behavior.
Be knowledgeable of policies regarding emergency procedures, lost and found items and security concerns.
Adhere to all health department requirements.
Must have a comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage preparation and service standards, guest relations and etiquette.
Ability to listen effectively and to speak English clearly to communicate with customers and team members.
Ability to obtain any government-required licenses or certificates. For example: Kansas City Food Handlers Permit, etc.
All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).
Sufficient manual dexterity of hand to load and unload the dishwasher, handle all sorts of kitchen equipment, knives, slicing blades, etc.
Ability to transport large tubs weighing up to 40 lbs. through a kitchen environment.
Ability to work, stand and work in confined spaces for long periods of time.
Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
Proof of authorization/eligibility to work in the United States.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Previous dishwashing/bussing positions preferred
Hotel experience preferred.
Hospitality experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and tools, including the dish washing machine, hand wash stations pot-scrubbing station, and trash compactor.
Wash and disinfect kitchen and storeroom areas, tables, tools, knives, and equipment and employee dining hall.
Receive deliveries, store perishables properly, and rotate stock.
Ensure clean wares are stored in appropriate areas.
Use detergent, rinsing, and sanitizing chemicals in the 3-compartment sink to clean dishes.
Inspect, pull, and stack cleaned items, send soiled items back for re-scrubbing and rewashing. Rack and spray all racked items with hot water to loosen and remove food residue.
Sort, soak, and wash/re- wash silverware.
Breakdown dirty bus tubs.
Empty and maintain trashcans and dumpster area.
Clean and mop all areas in assigned departments.
Dispose of glass in the proper containers.
Break down cardboard boxes and place them and other recyclables in the recycle bin.
Performs scheduled general cleaning duties to stay in compliance with the health department.
Prevent loss of dishware, utensils and other kit.
Promptly report all maintenance issues.
Assist servers with clearing, cleaning and resetting tables upon guests’ departure.
Assist servers with clearing room service trays from corridors and housekeeping closets.
Ensure room service dishware is emptied from housekeeping closets and brought down, washed and cleaned and returned to appropriate areas, daily.
Bus restaurant and lounge of dirty dishes.
Perform other assignments as requested by the management staff.