Causal Kitchen Steward

JOB DESCRIPTION – KITCHEN STEWARD

Who We Are

Sawari Hospitality Solutions provides hospitality stakeholders & restaurateurs with sustainable solutions that efficiently protect their investment and drive their businesses forward. The aim of Sawari is to assist our clients with achieving world class hospitality without worrying about the nitty gritty. We do this by providing 3 main services:

Staffing Solutions

We provide hotels and resorts with temporary labour as well as long term contract labour for a variety of front or back-of-house positions.

Hospitality Consulting

We carry out operational analyses for hospitality-based businesses, as well as business development and events for companies that require a hospitality touch. An operational analysis gives our clients a good overview of the status of their business and how it fares with their competitors in the area.

Team Development

We've developed practical and theory trainings based on real-world practice to improve the skills and knowledge of our client's staff. We help grow their teams in a cost-effective manner that is compliant with industry regulations and true to their company values.

About the Role

We are looking for a hardworking and self-motivated steward to join our team at Sawari hospitality Solutions. Upon onboarding, you will undergo foundational training to further prepare you for contract jobs in restaurants, hotels and catering companies across Nairobi.

To be successful in this role, you require sharp organizational and communication skills; competency to work independently with minimal supervision; outstanding work efficiency and an ability to function as a supportive team player.

Upon demonstrated job performance excellence, kitchen stewards will be considered for numerous growth opportunities within their desired field of interest.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, well maintained and organized at all times.
• Ensure floors are clean and dry at all times.
• Adhere to all sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Dispose of waste as per the hotel and authority standards, and adhere to recycling guidelines.
• Carry out general cleaning as directed; this includes sweeping, mopping up, washing up, emptying of rubbish bins and boxes ensuring placement in the correct containers.
• Ensure waste bin areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Operate pot-washing machinery and maintain a hygienic working environment in accordance with hygiene regulations and company standards.
• Clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, and other minor equipment routinely used in the kitchen following established procedures.
• Clean and sanitize dishes and related service ware following established procedures.
• Cleans large equipment as assigned, following established procedures.
• Clean and maintain floors and walls in the kitchen and dish washing area as per the standard procedures.
• Wash, wipe, sort, stack dishes, and load / unload the dishwasher.
• Wash, wipe, sort, stack and store all cleaned items in an organized and safe manner.
• Remove any broken or chipped service items from circulation and update the breakage and inventory register.
• Consistently adhere to SDS (Safety Data Sheet) related to the proper and safe use of chemicals in the workplace.
• Check all chemical levels and inventory.
• Clean, sanitize and close workstations.
• Ensure all equipment is clean and in good working order.
• Use and maintain all equipment according to manufacturer and department guidelines.
• Report any maintenance or hazard issues to the chief steward / stewarding manager.
• Assist in light food preparation as directed by the manager or chef on duty.
• Assist in serving food and beverages to guests in the dining room as directed by the manager or chef on duty.

About You

• At least 1-year of working experience as a kitchen steward with a high school diploma or a certificate in food preparation, nutrition or sanitation and food safety.
• Preferably have knowledge and proficiency to operate industrial dish washers.
• Exceptional problem-solving, communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work during peak hospitality hours; this includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong ethics, integrity and dependability.
• An ability to work independently, belief in a strong team culture, and a desire to blaze the trail for high performance.