What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Steward position at UPMC?
UPMC Mercy is seeking a Kitchen Steward to join their Food & Nutrition team!
This is a Flex Full-time position. The schedule will require working various days/shifts ranging from 6:30 A.M. to 9 P.M, including rotating weekends and holidays. Candidates who possess previous kitchen and/or cleaning experience are highly encouraged to apply!
Purpose:
Maintains standards of housekeeping and sanitation in production, service, dining, and storage areas. Maintains department in an inspection-ready condition in accordance with Health Department guidelines.
Responsibilities:
- Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, utensils, and other minor equipment routinely used in the kitchen following established procedures.
- Collects and removes trash from all areas of the operation following established procedures. Adheres to recycling guidelines.
- Cleans and maintains floors and walls in designated food service areas following established procedures.
- Cleans and sanitizes dishes and related service ware following established procedures.
- Consistently adheres to SDS information related to the proper and safe use of chemicals in the workplace.
- Assist in light food preparation as directed by manager or chef on duty
- Assist in serving food and beverages to the residents in the dining room
- Deliver meals to residents' apartments when requested
- Cleans large equipment as assigned, following established procedures.
- Monitors and records temperatures according to operation guidelines.
- Maintains inspection-readiness at all times and follows HACCP procedures while completing job duties.
- Uses and maintains equipment according to manufacturer and department guidelines; follows all safety procedures.
- Complete table settings with water, butter, and crackers prior to each meal