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The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.
An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.
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Job Description Summary
The Steward works with the culinary team to clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, the kitchen and other kitchen equipment, in accordance with time, product and placement standards to ensure total guest satisfaction.Job Description
- Job Duties:
Ensure floors are dry and clean at all times.
Ensure kitchen is clean, well maintained and organized at all times.
Operate pot-washing machinery and maintain a hygienic working environment in accordance with hygiene regulations and company standards.
Adhere to all sanitation guidelines.
Assist the cooks and servers when necessary.
Collects and removes trash from all areas of the operation following established procedures.
Dispose of waste as per the hotel and authority standards and adhere to recycling /composting guidelines.
Ensure waste bin area is kept clean and tidy.
Carry out general cleaning as directed to include sweeping, mopping up, washing up, emptying of rubbish bins and boxes ensuring placement in the correct containers
Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, utensils, and other minor equipment routinely used in the kitchen following established procedures.
Cleans and maintains floors and walls in kitchen and dish washing area by following standard procedures.
Cleans and sanitizes dishes and related serviceware following established procedures.
Cleans large equipment as assigned, following established procedures.
Consistently adheres to SDS (Safety Data Sheet) information related to the proper and safe use of chemicals in the workplace.
Knowledge and proficiency to operate industrial dish machines.
Ensure all equipment is clean and in good working order.
Check all chemical levels and inventory.
Wash, wipe, sort, stack dishes, and load/unload dishwasher and store all cleaned items in an organized and safe manner.
If any breakages or chipped items found then remove them from circulation and update the breakage and inventory register.
Clean, sanitize and close workstations.
Uses and maintains all equipment's according to manufacturer and department guidelines.
Report any maintenance or hazard issues to the chief steward / stewarding manager.
Assist in light food preparation as directed by manager or chef on duty.
Assist coffee shop, bar, restaurant staff with bussing, running food, stocking as needed.
assist with cleaning employee cafeteria area as directed.
Always maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Information/Anticipated
Pay Range
Benefits
Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account with Company Match
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation and Sick Days
- Sonesta Hotel Discounts
- Educational Assistance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Various Employee Perks and Discounts
- Hospital Indemnity
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.
Skills Required
- Operate industrial dishwashing/pot-washing machinery
- Knowledge of and adherence to sanitation guidelines and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, dishes, and kitchen workstations
- Follow hotel and local authority waste disposal, recycling, and composting procedures
- Maintain clean, dry floors and organized kitchen areas; report hazards or maintenance issues
- Check and manage chemical levels and inventory
- Assist cooks, servers, and other kitchen staff as directed (bussing, light food prep, stocking)
What We Do
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation is a rapidly expanding hospitality company that operates a diverse portfolio of hotel brands ranging from upscale to extended stay across the U.S. and internationally.
