Kitchen Steward 3TP (56679)

The following include, but are not limited to essential functions of the position.

• Keeps the restaurant’s dishes, utensils, kitchen equipment, facilities, and floors clean and sanitary.
• Maintains the kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils in a clean and orderly condition.
• Washes and shelves dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, and all cooking utensils.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness of dishwashing area and ensures that the dishwashing machine is always sanitary and operating at peak performance.
• Ensures dishwashing machine operates properly; promptly reports any technical/performance issues.
• Performs inventory of supplies.
• Cleans and sanitizes walls, tables, sinks, and other surfaces according to the established schedule.
• Empties, disposes, and cleans the garbage cans from all Food & Beverage areas.
• Breaks down and recycles all cardboard boxes.
• Sweeps and mops the floors in the kitchen, Team Dining Room (TDR) and all walk-in and cleans all floor mats daily.
• Operates and maintains all sanitation and cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and effective manner.
• Properly uses chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE) properly.
• Complies with all safety regulations, procedures and guidelines.
• Adheres to the Health Code Standards and Policies regarding food service cleaning and sanitation.
• Supports the Chefs and kitchen staff as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen.
• May assist with minor food preparation, such as washing and peeling vegetables and cutting fruit.
• Ensures compliance with all standards and regulations of all pertinent regulatory agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Sanitation and Cleanliness: Demonstrates a strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen environment. Ensures all kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas are sanitized according to health and safety standards, preventing contamination and promoting a safe working environment.
• Attention to Detail: Displays excellent organizational skills by ensuring dishes, glassware, and utensils are properly stored, sorted, and ready for use. Ensures all cleaning tasks are completed with a high level of attention to detail and precision, including the proper handling and storage of cleaning supplies.
• Time Management: Manages cleaning tasks in a timely and efficient manner, ensuring kitchen operations run smoothly without disruptions. Prioritizes tasks effectively to meet the demands of a fast-paced environment, especially during peak meal periods, while maintaining quality and productivity.

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Hands on experience with industrial dishwashers.
• Attention to detail and sanitation rules.
• Knowledge of Health Code Regulations.
• Physically able to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to interpret, understand, and follow instructions and solve problems.
• Must possess professional and effective communication skills with the ability to verbally describe and respond to co-workers and management.
• Dependable and able to work efficiently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must present a professional appearance with strict hygiene standards.
• Self-motivated with the ability to complete tasks with little or no supervision.
• Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work weekends, holidays, and evenings as scheduled.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of dishwashing experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Certification(s) and/or Licenses Required

• Must maintain a valid Oregon driver's license.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must submit to and pass a drug/alcohol screening test.
• Must submit to and pass an Oregon State background investigation.
• Food Handlers Certification.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High Risk – Job requires standing/sitting for long periods of time. This can be physically demanding, so comfort strategies, such as supportive footwear, are important. The atmosphere is high energy, with bright lights, music, and ongoing activity creating a lively setting with high noise levels and cigarette smoke.

• Lifting and carrying is required. Lifting items weighing as much as 60 pounds is required.
• This position requires reaching, manipulating and some keyboard operation (typing).
• This position requires sitting, stooping, standing, bending, and walking.
• This position requires intense and exacting mental and visual attention.
• This position requires standing and walking for long periods of time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Warm Springs Casino Enterprises hires individuals solely based on their qualifications and merit. WSCE also gives preference in employment and career opportunities to members of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs (CTWS). The intent of WSCE is to comply with Resolution 8363 (Tribal Member Preference), which states that whenever candidates meet the stated qualifications, tribal members will be considered first to fill vacant positions.

Job descriptions are used primarily to assist in the identification of the core duties and responsibilities of a position and to be used in determining the level of compensation for the position. Other duties and responsibilities may be added or removed by the Department Director.

All positions are subject to drug and/or criminal background checks, which will be handled by the Gaming Commission.