We invite you to join the world of hospitality at Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire as our new Steward. The Steward plays an essential role in supporting the Culinary and Food & Beverage teams by maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment while ensuring all equipment, utensils, and service ware are available to support efficient hotel operations.
**Key Responsibilities**
Stewarding Operation
- Maintain a high level of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen, including all surfaces, work areas, floors, sinks, and equipment.
- Wash and sanitize dishware, glassware, cutlery, cooking equipment, vessels, and other kitchen items using established procedures.
- Operate and maintain cleaning equipment, including dishwashing machines, sinks, and other stewarding equipment.
- Ensure proper storage and organization of all clean dishware, glassware, cutlery, equipment, and supplies when not in use.
- Maintain proper storage, handling, and use of all cleaning chemicals and associated products.
- Assist with the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment and back-of-house areas.
Kitchen and Function Support
- Assist with the setup and breakdown of restaurant, banquet, and function requirements, including plate orders, equipment, and service ware.
- Ensure adequate supplies of clean and sanitized equipment and service ware are available throughout service.
- Assist with the transportation and organization of equipment, dishes, supplies, and other items throughout back-of-house areas.
- Support the Culinary and Food & Beverage teams during high-volume service periods and special events.
- Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing kitchen supplies as required.
Waste and Sustainability
- Manage garbage, compost, and recycling stations and dispose of materials according to hotel procedures.
- Maintain clean and organized waste disposal areas.
- Follow hotel sustainability and waste-reduction practices.
Team Collaboration
- Work effectively both independently and as part of the Culinary, Banquet, Restaurant, and Stewarding teams.
- Communicate equipment shortages, maintenance concerns, and operational issues to the appropriate leader.
- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to assist other areas as operational requirements dictate.
- Maintain a professional, respectful, and service-focused approach when supporting fellow Colleagues.
Safety, Sanitations and Compliance
- Follow all hotel policies, procedures, service standards, and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Follow established food safety, sanitation, chemical handling, and cleaning procedures.
- Maintain proper sanitation practices to prevent cross-contamination and support a safe food service environment.
- Safely operate dishwashing and cleaning equipment and follow all associated operating procedures.
- Report equipment defects, safety hazards, spills, and maintenance concerns promptly.
- Previous hotel and/or restaurant experience is an asset.
- Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene practices.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Passion for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to cleanliness and detail.
- Highly responsible, reliable, and punctual.
- Ability to follow instructions, established procedures, and safety standards.
- Ability to wo