Seasonal Festival of Lights Steward

The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is seeking an enthusiastic, dependable, and service-oriented individual to join our team as Seasonal Festival of Lights Steward for the Annual Festival of Lights celebration. This seasonal position plays an important role in helping create a memorable and welcoming experience for our guests and visitors throughout the holiday season.

Responsibilities

Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, and kitchen equipment; Operate commercial dishwashing and sanitation equipment safely and according to established procedures; Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of dishwashing areas, kitchen floors, sinks, drains, work areas, and other assigned areas; Assist culinary staff with maintaining an adequate supply of clean dishes, utensils, cookware, and equipment throughout service; Sort and properly dispose of trash, recyclables, food waste, and other refuse in accordance with hotel procedures; Maintain proper organization of storage areas and return equipment and supplies to their designated locations; Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and surfaces as assigned; Assist with receiving, moving, and storing food, beverage, kitchen, and operating supplies when needed; Follow all hotel, department, health, sanitation, and safety policies and procedures; Properly handle cleaning chemicals and use required personal protective equipment; Report damaged equipment, safety hazards, maintenance concerns, or sanitation issues to the appropriate supervisor; Assist with maintaining adequate supplies of dishwashing chemicals, cleaning supplies, and other stewarding materials; Help maintain a professional, organized, and sanitary back-of-house environment; Perform additional cleaning and support duties as assigned by the supervisor or management; Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor when interacting with guests and coworkers; Respond promptly and respectfully to requests from culinary and Food & Beverage staff; Protect the quality and presentation standards associated with The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa; Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while working in guest and service areas; Follow all applicable food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and hotel policies; Use cleaning chemicals and equipment according to manufacturer and hotel guidelines; Maintain proper personal hygiene and wear required uniforms and protective equipment; Practice safe lifting, carrying, bending, and handling techniques; Immediately report unsafe conditions, injuries, spills, broken equipment, or other hazards to management; Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly condition to reduce the risk of accidents

Requirements

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment; Ability to follow verbal and written instructions; Ability to work cooperatively with culinary and Food & Beverage team members; Dependable attendance and punctuality; Willingness to perform repetitive cleaning and sanitation tasks; Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization while working under time constraints

Nice to have

Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, restaurant, hotel, or stewarding environment