
Dishwasher/Steward (Full Time) - InterContinental Houston
- USA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Be charming by being approachable, having confidence and showing respect.
- Stay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guests' needs, being attentive and taking ownership of getting things done.
- Make it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel special.
- Set up work station as required to including 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.
- Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Catering, Banquets, Outlets, and Maintenance.
- 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.
- Clean designated equipment, such as hoods, filters, steam tables, bus tables, carts, ovens and grills, sinks, refrigerator/freezer, service areas, walls, floors, kitchen cafeteria dump site/compactor area as assigned. Use and dispose of kitchen substances (such as grease) and kitchen chemical properly.
- Empty and clean trash cans when they become full; transport garbage containers from kitchen and work areas to dump site; 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
- May assist with other duties as assigned
- 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
- 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.