Steward

Job description

Steward is responsible to support the Lead Steward and Steward Supervisor in the successful cleaning and sanitation of restaurant and bar operations at Horseshoe Indianapolis. Position will be engaged in the safe and efficient cleaning, sanitation, transportation, storage, stocking of dishware, glassware, flatware, pots, pans and smallwares, as well as cleaning walls, floors, walk-ins, freezers, floor mats, kitchen equipment, and trash removal, wiping counter tops, and cook areas in restaurant kitchens, service stations, and bar areas, etc., as well as other duties as assigned.

Note – this position will not involve any function involving casino gambling by patrons.

Responsibilities

Safe efficient cleaning, and sanitation, scrubbing, mopping, sweeping, wiping, spraying, transporting, transferring, etc. of all kitchen, bar and service station areas within the food & beverage areas. Maintains standards of kitchen sanitation and cleanliness, as well as the safe handling of food products for guest's consumption. Assistance with taking inventory of China, Flatware, Glassware, Equipment, etc. Display knowledge of all emergency procedures, including familiarity with MSDS {Material Safety Data Sheets) for chemical usage.

Communicate on a consistent basis with supervisor keeping them abreast of all department activities, and ensure that kitchen and equipment are in good working order and that the work area is clean and hazard-free. Notify supervising Chef immediately if kitchen and equipment are not in good, safe working order.

Qualifications

Working on a High School Diploma or GED required. Position requires 1 (one) year experience in the Food Service Industry as a Dishwasher, or Pot Washer or similar position. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, distinguish letters, numbers, symbols and be involved in daily professional communication with co-workers and guests. The position requires math skills as well as the ability to measure, and estimate, and the ability to multi task, as defined by hiring management.

Requires the trained use of Dishwasher Machines, Pot Washing Machines, Power Washers, and Chemicals used in cleaning and sanitation, etc. Must be able to demonstrate and ensure that daily work performed is conducted within HACCP guidelines. Required to comply with safe and hazard free work environment practices stipulated in Horseshoe Indianapolis, County/State/Federal Department of Health and OSHA policies, procedures and regulations.

Position requires employee to be certified in Serve Safe Food Sanitation and be at least 18 years of age and be able to hold an Indiana Horse Racing Commission License. Position requires scheduling flexibility, may be required to work weekends, holidays, overnight, or overtime, based upon scheduling and business needs. Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers. Responsible for promoting a positive influence in the community and participating in company-sponsored events.

Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, push or pull 150 to 250 lbs on a pushcart, and enter walk-ins of-10 degrees to 140 degrees Fahrenheit with or without assistance, and handle heat from cooking appliances, food and dish/glass/ware washing machines. The position also requires normal or corrected vision range, with the ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols. Ability to stand for duration of shift walk frequently, bend and/or reach to a height of 6 feet with or without assistance (stand, sit, walk, lift, reach, push, pull, grasp).

Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors and involves continuous exposure to high and low temperatures, sunlight, fluorescent light, wet surfaces and noise. Work may entail trained chemical usage and constant contact with fellow employees and guests. Work area may contain cigar, cigarette, or cooking smoke. Work may be performed in small areas with a 3 ft. wide access. Tasks will be performed from a primarily non-sitting position (approx 95% standing, walking and 5% sitting).

Employees will be required to navigate safely on potentially slippery floors. Must be able to work in a highly populated fast-paced and noisy environment. This position performs function of work outside the gaming space, with some performing all or a bulk of their work back of house. Access to gaming floor not required as their primary work function is outside the gaming space.