Steward - DoubleTree, Charlottesville Virginia

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Wash pots, pans, dishes, and kitchen utensils in accordance with sanitation guidelines and company standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized dishwashing and pot-washing area at all times.
• Ensure kitchen floors, walls, and equipment, including mixers, boilers, and steam-jacketed kettles are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Maintain cleanliness of front-of-house floors and restrooms before opening and throughout the day as needed.
• Keep walk-in coolers clean and organized.
• Empty garbage and recycling throughout the day and ensure all waste is removed at closing.
• Close the workstation properly at the end of each shift, ensuring the area is free of debris, waste, and standing water.
• Assist with receiving food and beverage deliveries and restock/store food products according to FIFO (First In, First Out) guidelines.
• Support the culinary team with basic food preparation when other assigned duties are complete.
• Coordinate with the Food & Beverage Director, Sous Chef, or Supervisor regarding work priorities and assist with additional duties as requested by management.
• Attend departmental meetings as required.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and effectively while maintaining floor cleanliness and overall work area safety.
• Demonstrate knowledge of property safety and security procedures to maintain a safe environment for both employees and guests.
• Follow directions carefully with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team while maintaining the ability to perform tasks independently.
• Manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Experience/Education

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, pull, or push up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, kneel, squat, bend, and move throughout the shift as required.
• This position requires an understanding that the hospitality industry operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and may require evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Amazing Benefits at a Glance

• Starting Pay: $$16 - 16.50 per hour
• Team-driven and values-based culture
• Same-day pay available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth opportunities and manager training programs
• Reduced room rates across the Hotel Equities portfolio
• Third-party perks (movie tickets, attractions, and more)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible scheduling
• Referral program