Kitchen Steward

POSITION:          Kitchen Steward

REPORTS TO:     Manager of Food Services

STATUS:              Part-Time

OVERVIEW:      

The Kitchen Steward works under the supervision of the Manager of Food Services, to ensure the proper maintenance of food service facilities and equipment. This role requires a high level of professionalism, commitment, and adaptability to uphold Coalition Values and maintain an environment of dignity, respect, and cooperation.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in food storage areas, including refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage shelves.
• Thoroughly clean and sanitize dining hall tables, chairs, and countertops before and after meal service.
• Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other food service equipment using manual, chemical, and/or mechanical methods.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum dining hall floors to maintain cleanliness and prevent slip hazards.
• Empty and sanitize trash receptacles regularly to ensure a hygienic environment.
• Assist in the assembly and packaging of meals for distribution, ensuring accurate portioning and presentation.
• Unload food and non-food products into food pantry areas, coolers, and freezers using safe lifting, pulling, and pushing practices.
• Perform preventative maintenance, cleaning, and sanitizing of food service equipment, including ovens, steamers, ice machines, etc.
• Clean and maintain various types of floors, walls, surfaces, and ceiling vents.
• Maintain assigned equipment (including dishwashers) in optimal condition by clearing food and debris prior to and after use.
• Collaborate with the Food Services Cook when working with volunteer groups and individuals on safe food preparation, serving, and cleaning as needed.
• Assist the Food Services Cook with food preparation activities as needed, including chopping vegetables, preparing ingredients, and following recipes under the guidance of kitchen staff.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as mixers, slicers, and food processors safely and efficiently as needed.
• Receive and inspect incoming food deliveries to ensure quality and freshness under the guidance of the Food Services Cook.
• Properly store food items in designated areas, adhering to FIFO (First In, First Out) principles to minimize waste.
• Report kitchen accidents or violations of food safety codes and procedures to the Kitchen Services Manager or other management staff promptly.
• Ensure donors complete food donation forms to be provided to the Development team for processing.
• Label perishable food donations with the date of receipt upon acceptance from donors.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• At least one (1) year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Previous experience in cleaning and preventative maintenance preferred.
• Bilingual candidates and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, or crouch for extended periods.
• Safely climb up and down ladders.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds for short periods of time.
• Safely use cleaning tools such as brooms, mops, scrub brushes, and common cleaning chemicals.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Effective and reliable team player with appropriate communication skills.
• Work independently and employ critical thinking skills to problem-solve issues.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and communicate effectively with team members and volunteers.
• Demonstrate respect, compassion, and kindness toward others.
• Dependable and punctual.

Disclaimer: This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This description excludes the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to essential job duties. All duties, responsibilities, and requirements are vital to the job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.