Description
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Steward (Kitchen) to supports the Club’s Kitchen operation by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked back-of-house environment and by managing operating supplies. This is a hybrid role that combines stewarding duties (dish and ware washing, kitchen sanitation, banquet set up and proper equipment storage and care) with receiving responsibilities (inventory records), ensuring the kitchen and dining outlets have what they need to operate smoothly and in compliance with health and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Perform thorough cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen surfaces, equipment, utensils, and storage areas following food safety procedures.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including dishwashers, ovens, mixers, and other appliances.
- Handle manual tasks such as heavy lifting of supplies and moving equipment while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Follow strict sanitation protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations and safety standards.
- Support food handling procedures during catering or banquet events to ensure quality and safety standards are met consistently.
Requirements
Stewarding
- Hire and train Dishwashers (may need to assist Dishwashing Staff at times)
- Work with Executive Chef on Dishwashers weekly schedule
- Operate and maintain dish machines, pot sinks, and ware washing equipment, ensuring all dishes, glassware, flatware, and cookware are properly washed, sanitized, and stored
- Maintain hand washing areas making sure soap and towels are stocked daily
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, drains, hoods, and equipment in accordance with health department and Club sanitation standards
- Remove trash, recycling, and food waste on a regular schedule and keep receiving and storage areas free of clutter and hazards
- Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or maintenance needs to the Chef or Clubhouse Manager promptly
- All buffet setup per event in coordination with Houseman Staff and sales Team
- Support banquet and event turnover by ensuring Buffet equipment, china, glass, and silver are cleaned and stored in the proper areas.
The following will work closely and in coordination with the Purchasing Manager.
- Receive and verify deliveries against invoices, checking for accuracy, quality, and correct pricing before accepting in coordination with Purchasing Manager
- Receive and Store deliveries rotating stock using first-in, first-out (FIFO) principles in coordination with Purchasing Manager
- Inform Purchasing Manager and Executive Chef of all shortages on deliveries
- Maintain organized purchasing invoices complete with general ledger coding through avid on a timely basis
- Conduct or assist with periodic physical inventory counts and reconcile counts against system records
- Monitor stock levels across storerooms, walk-ins, and dry storage to prevent shortages or overstocking
- Assist with monthly kitchen food inventory
Physical Requirements
- • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods
- • Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
- • Exposure to varying temperatures, including walk-in refrigeration and freezer units, hot kitchen equipment, and wet floor surfaces
Benefits
- 85% paid health care
- Paid vacation and holidays
- 6% matching 401(k) after 1 year of employment
- Bridge toll fee reimbursement with Fastrak transactions
Skills Required
- Maintain kitchen sanitation and clean surfaces, equipment, utensils, and storage areas per food safety procedures
- Operate and maintain dish machines, pot sinks, ware washing equipment, dishwashers, ovens, mixers and other appliances
- Hire, train, and assist Dishwashers and coordinate weekly dishwasher schedules with the Executive Chef
- Maintain hand washing stations, ensuring soap and towels are stocked daily
- Maintain cleanliness of floors, walls, drains, hoods, and equipment in accordance with health department and Club sanitation standards
- Remove trash, recycling, and food waste on a regular schedule and keep receiving and storage areas free of clutter and hazards
- Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or maintenance needs to the Chef or Clubhouse Manager promptly
- Support banquet and event turnover; perform buffet setup and ensure china, glass, and silver are cleaned and stored properly
- Receive and verify deliveries against invoices, checking accuracy, quality, and pricing in coordination with Purchasing Manager
- Receive and store deliveries, rotate stock using FIFO principles, and inform Purchasing Manager/Executive Chef of shortages
- Maintain organized purchasing invoices with general ledger coding through Avid and assist with periodic physical inventory counts and reconciliation
- Monitor stock levels across storerooms, walk-ins, and dry storage; assist with monthly kitchen food inventory
- Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, reach for extended periods and lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds; tolerate hot/cold/wet environments
What We Do
The Peninsula Golf & Country Club is a private, family-oriented social club in San Mateo (founded 1911) offering a championship Donald Ross–designed 18‑hole golf course, dining, athletic and racquets facilities, swimming, and event venues. Membership is by invitation; the club hosts tournaments, youth programs and member social events, focusing on exceptional service, athletics and community experiences for members and guests.








