Dishwasher/Steward at Tao Group

Ensure all service/kitchen wares are clean and sanitized. Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite and courteous manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Maintain the highest level possible of cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout the area of responsibility, which will meet or exceed Federal, State, and Local Health Department standards.
• Comply with all safety and health department procedures.
• Set-up, operate and clean all kitchen machinery/equipment properly and safely and store it in its proper place.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and handling of equipment.
• Clean and sanitize food service, preparation ware, dish room, pot room, and kitchen areas.
• Scrape/spray all ware before placing in ware-washing machine.
• Rack all china and glassware according to dish room standards.
• Practice proper food handling procedures.
• Ensure all ware is clean and sanitary before removing from dish room areas.
• Separate all ware and store properly in designated areas.
• Efficiently work with materials and/or resources being aware of and minimizing costs and expenses.
• Maintain equipment quality thru preventative maintenance and cleaning.
• Attention to detail on areas of grease, grime, proper storage, stacking heights, chemical usage, and storage, etc.
• Follow cleaning schedule and closing list thoroughly.
• Constantly monitoring trash and cleanliness of kitchen.
• Keep workstations clean at all times during service time.
• Communicate effectively on all levels, including product needs to the chefs and/or purchaser.
• Report problems and concerns with machinery to the Executive Chef.
• Reports all breakage, and damage of equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Create and maintain a SENSE OF URGENCY.
• Maintain and promote a friendly atmosphere for Guests and staff.
• Comply with all safety and health department procedures as well as Company and/or departmental policies/procedures.
• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of employees.
• Proper storage and removal of garbage and soiled linens.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions, communicate with and support co-workers while being a team player.
• Possesses general knowledge of the venue.
• Attends and participates in daily pre-service meetings (where applicable).
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Tao Group Hospitality in-venue Steward training

EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:

• Previous porter and/or dishwasher/steward experience preferred.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to write and verbally communicate
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materialsOffice, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment