What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dishwasher / Steward position at AC Hotel San Antonio Riverwalk?
- Cleans pots, pans, cookware utensils, china, glass, silverware, and any other miscellaneous items
- Conduct a quarterly silver and china inventory
- Keeps cookware washing area clean and neat
- Stores cleaned items in the proper location
- Keeps kitchen floor area clean and free of debris
- Clean any heart of house areas as instructed
- Completes other duties as assigned
- Help banquet on events
- Help breakfast bussing tables and replenishing
- Help with overall F&B Operations
- Set up work station as required to include filling dish machine, checking chemical levels, presoaking, and gathering required set-up equipment for appropriate work stations. Replenish as needed for all shifts. Rinse/scrape all dishes. Operate dishwashing machine to manufacturer specifications and instructions. Place clean dishes in assigned storage location.
- Clean designated equipment, such as hoods, filters, steam tables, bus tables, carts, ovens and grills, sinks, refrigerator/freezers, service areas, walls, floors, cafeteria, dumpster area as assigned. Use and dispose of kitchen substances (such as grease) and kitchen chemicals properly.
- Check the working condition of equipment and machinery in accordance with specifications. Inform supervisor of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Empty and clean trash cans when they become full; transport garbage containers from kitchen and work areas to dump sites; adhere to recycling regulations.
- Set up and monitor the pot sink according to procedures.
- Sweep and mop kitchen floor at the end of each meal period and after each spill.
- Monitor chemicals and water temperature during shift. Clean and organize associated work area and kitchen equipment according to procedures to maximize efficiency.
- Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Catering, Banquets, Outlets, and Maintenance.
- May assist with other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Basic reading, writing and math skills.
This job requires ability to perform the following:
- Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds
- Standing up and moving about the kitchen or other designated areas
- Handling, objects, products, chemicals, cleaning supplies and utensils
- Bending, stooping, kneeling
Other:
- Communicating with other people, following instructions.
- Reading abilities are utilized often when reading chemical or machine labels or operating instructions.
- Basic mathematical skills are used to mix chemical solutions.
- May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.