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Rice University

Cohen House Steward

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition remission
wellness programs
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Rice University is a prestigious higher education institution located on a sprawling 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston, Texas. Recognized among the top 20 universities nationally by U.S. News & World Report, Rice boasts a low undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio of 6-to-1 that encourages personalized learning experiences and a close-knit academic community. The university offers a unique residential college system that supports students not only intellectually but also emotionally and culturally through a variety of social events, intramural sports, student plays, lecture series, courses, and student government. This strong commitment to creating diverse, close-knit college communities is a cornerstone of Rice's culture... Show More

Job Requirements

  • No formal education required
  • minimum of 2 years related custodial, stewarding, or floor-care experience
  • valid Houston Food Handler Certificate or equivalent
  • ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours a day
  • ability to work indoors and outdoors
  • willingness to work varying schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • availability to work on-site at Cohen House Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m
  • ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor
  • ability to use commercial cleaning and dishwashing equipment
  • good communication skills in English

Job Qualifications

  • No formal education required
  • minimum of 2 years custodial, stewarding, or floor-care experience
  • valid Houston Food Handler Certificate or equivalent (ServSafe)
  • knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures
  • ability to operate commercial dishwashers and custodial equipment
  • good interpersonal and teamwork skills
  • ability to follow directions with minimal supervision

Job Duties

  • Cleans offices, restrooms, kitchens, dining rooms, and public spaces
  • washes, sanitizes, and stores dishes and utensils
  • removes trash and dirty linens
  • assists with bussing tables during lunch service
  • supports room flips and event setup for banquets and meetings
  • replenishes custodial supplies and restroom items
  • reports maintenance issues and secures building as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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