Steward - Seasonal

Ocean Place Resort & Spa•Long Branch, NJ

2d•$16 - $17

About The Position

The Dish Steward / Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen equipment, dishware, utensils, and stewarding areas. This role supports culinary and food and beverage operations by ensuring a safe, organized, and hygienic back-of-house environment. The Dish Steward / Dishwasher plays a critical support role in banquet, restaurant, and catering operations by adhering to food safety standards, brand requirements, and health department regulations. This is a season position starting in mid May and ending in mid September.

Requirements

Flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Medium to heavy work: exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 75 pounds occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive motions
Ability to work in hot, wet, and fast-paced kitchen environments
Maintain a professional, cooperative, and service-oriented demeanor
Communicate effectively with culinary staff and leadership
Ability to follow instructions accurately and meet operational timelines
Attend all required hotel meetings and training sessions
Maintain regular attendance in compliance with hotel scheduling requirements
Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, grooming, and uniform standards
Comply with all food safety, sanitation, and safety regulations
Properly handle and store cleaning chemicals and equipment
Maintain confidentiality of hotel and operational information
Perform other duties as assigned by management

Nice To Haves

Prior dishwashing or kitchen support experience preferred; not required
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Knowledge of basic sanitation and cleaning procedures preferred
Ability to follow safety, hygiene, and chemical handling guidelines

Responsibilities

Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment
Operate commercial dishwashing machines in accordance with safety and sanitation standards
Maintain cleanliness of dish room, kitchen floors, drains, and back-of-house work areas
Assist with cleaning kitchen equipment, coolers, freezers, and storage areas
Clear, clean, and reset tables in restaurants, lounges, and banquet spaces
Assist servers and banquet staff by maintaining clean service areas during peak periods
Replenish service stations with clean dishware, silverware, glassware, and supplies
Support banquet room resets and breakdowns as required
Empty trash, recycling, and compost in accordance with hotel procedures
Ensure proper separation and disposal of waste and hazardous materials
Monitor inventory of cleaning and service supplies and notify leadership of restocking needs
Always follow proper lifting techniques and workplace safety procedures
Support restaurant, banquet, and catering operations as business levels require
Assist with opening and closing stewarding duties, including deep cleaning tasks