Utility Steward

Mather Place•Wilmette, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are an award‑winning employer seeking a Utility Steward to support the team by demonstrating the highest standards of culinary excellence, accountability, respect, integrity, and compassion. The utility steward is responsible for providing support to the Food and Beverage Department by maintaining the cleanliness of all kitchen equipment and back-of-house work area, including dishwashing of china, glassware, flatware. Maintains the food storeroom and executes special projects under the direction of the Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine and/or Executive Chef. May also set up public areas and help in dining area as requested by management. This is a safety sensitive position. If you enjoy staying organized, working in a fast pace environment, working both independent and with a team, and playing a key role in delivering a great dining experience, this is a wonderful opportunity. In addition to a supportive, people‑first workplace culture, we offer a competitive hourly rate and on‑the‑job perks. This role is available in two schedules (full-time and part-time) : Full-Time Position: Scheduled Tuesday through Saturday , 7:00 AM–2:30 PM (regular days off: Sunday and Monday ) Part-Time Position: Scheduled Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday , 12:00 PM–8:00 PM Please note that weekend availability is required, and holiday availability may be required depending on operational needs.

Requirements

Weekend availability is required
Holiday availability may be required depending on operational needs.

Nice To Haves

Enjoy staying organized
Enjoy working in a fast pace environment
Enjoy working both independent and with a team
Playing a key role in delivering a great dining experience

Responsibilities

Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, supplies, pots/pans, small wares, china, glass, and silver according to established safety standards and regulations.
Operate dishwasher and other kitchen cleaning equipment.
Cleans kitchen floors following standard procedures.
Applies knowledge of safe use and storage of chemicals and equipment.
Maintains and records data on required logs per company policies and procedures.
Completes daily and weekly cleaning assignments per task lists.
Regularly empties trash containers; shifts and cleans garbage cans; properly operates compactor.
Minimizes loss and breakage through proper use, cleaning and storage of equipment and supplies.
Performs duties in a timely and efficient manner and on a schedule determined by kitchen and dining operations.

Benefits

A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays.
A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Extended illness benefits
Employee wellness programs
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members.