Steward - Harrah's Joliet

The Steward is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and organized environment in all kitchen and back‑of‑house areas. This includes dish stations, equipment, storage areas, and banquet support. The role supports Stewarding Supervisors and Leads with daily assignments and ensures all sanitation, safety, and operational standards are upheld. Attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to exceptional service are essential. 

• Prepares tableware for washing, i.e., scrapes plates, pre-soaks silver, places all items to be washed in their proper rack.

• Sets up dishwashing machine, i.e., drains closed, tanks filled, temperatures at the correct level, detergents at the proper level.

• Washes dishes and then stacks and stores china in the appropriate kitchen area.

• Thoroughly cleans dishwashing equipment and working areas.

• Collects all soiled pots, washes and restacks cleaned pots on shelves.

• Responsible for the removal of garbage and refuse.

• Mops and sweeps floors.

• Washes walls and ceiling tiles. 

• Sanitizes all cooking equipment. 

• Stocking coolers/freezers and pantry with food shipments using FIFO and following HACCP Guidelines.

• Acts as a role model to other employees and always presents oneself as a credit to Harrah’s and encourages others to do the same.

• Adheres to all regulatory, company, and department policies and procedures.

• Completes all other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess a positive attitude and demonstrate effective teamwork skills.
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Previous kitchen experience preferred.
• Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals.
• Must be punctual, have good work ethics, and be a reliable person with a can-do positive attitude.
• Must be flexible with schedule to work holidays and weekends.

ADDITONAL REQUIREMENTS:  

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. and carry objects weighing up to 75 lbs. 
• Position requires 10% standing, 90% walking. 
• Requires very frequent bending, pushing, twisting, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching overhead.
• Must be able to respond to touch, speech, smell, aural and visual cues. 
• Work involves contact with cleaning solvent and chemicals. 
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment involving constant internal customer contact.
• Must be able to work in areas containing secondary smoke.

Compensation & Benefits: 

• $16.00 per hour. 
• Employment Type –ONCALL

Shift Details:

• Morning Shift: 4:00 pm - 1:00 am 

Please note that the schedule may vary based on the operational requirements of the business, so flexibility is essential.

Benefits Package: 

• 401(k) retirement plan to help you save for the future.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy to ensure a work-life balance and time for personal needs
• Exclusive Team Member Discounts as a recognition of your valuable contribution to the team