21-402 Kuchu's Dishwasher

The Kitchen Steward/ Dishwasher is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation within the kitchen, dining, and banquet areas, ensuring all dishes, silverware, and kitchen equipment are properly cleaned and sanitized. This role plays a vital part in supporting the kitchen staff, ensuring a smooth and safe operation. The Kitchen Steward is expected to perform tasks efficiently, work well under pressure, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization, all while contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Dish and Equipment Sanitization:
Clean and sanitize all dishes, silverware, and kitchen equipment to ensure all items are ready for use by guests in the casino and hotel. Maintain high standards of cleanliness to meet health and safety regulations.

Dining and Banquet Area Maintenance:
Clean and sanitize dining room and banquet areas regularly, ensuring a hygienic and inviting environment for all guests. Keep these spaces tidy, ensuring they meet company standards for cleanliness and presentation.

Positive Interactions:
Maintain an upbeat, positive demeanor when interacting with both guests and team members. Handle difficult interactions with composure, always striving to provide a professional and pleasant experience for all involved.

Compliance and Policies:
Follow all company regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent performance. Report any issues or concerns to supervisors, ensuring compliance with company standards.

Role Model Behavior:
Act as a role model for other employees by demonstrating professionalism, respect, and a positive attitude. Always present oneself as a credit to the company and encourage others to uphold the same high standards.

Additional Duties:
Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisors, contributing to the smooth functioning of the kitchen, dining, and banquet operations.

General

• Must be at least 18 years old to obtain a UMUGC Non-Support License (required).
• Must be able to pass a drug test.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Certifications

• Food handlers’ card (preferred).

Experience

• At least one year of experience in a kitchen steward or related food service role required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to comprehend and complete a variety of documents, such as cleaning logs and safety protocols. Ability to maneuver through kitchen and food service areas, lift up to 100 pounds, push carts, pull, bend, stoop, and stack racks of dishes and silverware. Ability to work in environments with temperatures exceeding 115 degrees, especially near the dish machine. Ability to safely use chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing all kitchen areas. Ability to operate the dish machine effectively and maintain it in proper working condition. Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, and respond to changing assignments or priorities as needed. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and respond to visual and aural cues.