Kitchen Steward

Hilton - Houston, TX

Full-time

Houston, TX

1,001-5,000 employees

Accommodation

About the position

The Kitchen Steward is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and proper storage of all china, glass, and silverware, ensuring the highest standards of sanitation. This role assists kitchen staff in keeping the kitchen and storage areas clean, including cleaning equipment, utensils, and the physical work area, as well as assisting with proper food storage and rotation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a friendly and warm demeanor at all times.
• Operate dish-washing equipment to ensure thorough cleaning and sanitation of china, glass, and silver.
• Replace clean china, glass, and silver in their proper storage locations, minimizing breakage.
• Wash pots, pans, and kitchen utensils following proper cleanliness and sanitation procedures, storing them appropriately.
• Sweep and mop floors in the kitchen and restaurant.
• Empty garbage from Food and Beverage areas into the hotel dumpster.
• Maintain cleanliness of the back dock and dumpster area.
• Perform other tasks/jobs as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
• Interact and occasionally have unsupervised contact with guests and/or colleagues.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Ability to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Ability to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Ability to work well in stressful, high-pressure situations.
• Ability to maintain composure and objectivity under pressure.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Daily Pay option available