Banquet Steward Temporary

Description

Prepare food items for banquets as directed by Sous Chefs and cooks. Transport and clean cooking utensils and service-ware in order to provide cooks, bus-persons and food servers with appropriate equipment for guests' dining experience. Also requires cleaning of physical surroundings. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Prepare food items as directed by cooks and Sous chefs 
• Responsible for organization and cleanliness of food storage areas and walk-in coolers 
• Perform other duties as requests, such as moving supplies and equipment, putting away product deliveries, recycling cardboard and dispensing of trash, etc. 
• Maintain a clean and safe work place as determined by industry and resort standards 
• Sort soiled dishes and flatware so that it can be put through dish machine properly 
• Wash all ware and replace in storage areas as designated. Physical strength and stamina are essential to this position 
• Keep dish machine properly cleaned 
• Clean kettles, tilt skillets, pots and pans promptly and completely so cooks can carry out their work 
• Clean and dry floors to avoid slip and fall accidents 
• Perform other general and routing cleaning tasks as assigned to adhere to health standards 
• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both verbal and written, when applicable. Makes sure that communications are clear, concise, complete and accurate 
• Displays behavior that enhances the image of the resort as evidenced by professional and courteous behavior towards all customers including co-workers 
• Fosters a sense of teamwork and collaboration within the department and property by demonstrating respect for others judgement and capabilities, and gives praise/recognition to those who earn it 
• Willingly accepts suggestions for improvement and takes the instructions with a positive and optimistic attitude and strives to correct the situation and provides constructive input to foster process improvement within the department 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate preferred 
• 1-3 years Culinary experience required. Prior hospitality experience preferred 
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions 
• Able to handle multiple priorities and tasks at once in a fast paced environment 
• Excellent organizational, verbal, interpersonal, and customer relations skills 
• 18 years of age 
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required 
• Must have an excellent guest service approach in dealing with customer/guest 
• Current Food Handlers Certificate or ServSafe Certificate required 
• Must be able to obtain a Class I Gaming License 
• All employees must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available)