
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $12.75 - $16.25
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
flexible schedule
Job Description
Surety Hotel is a distinguished hospitality establishment nestled in the historic Hippee Building located in downtown Des Moines. This hotel forms a proud part of Marriott's Autograph Collection and embraces a perfect blend of rich history and contemporary luxury. The building itself is a beautifully restored Beaux-Arts landmark dating back to 1913, known for its iconic architectural style and its pivotal role in shaping the city's heritage. With 137 guest rooms and suites, as well as vibrant gathering spaces, Surety Hotel caters to discerning travelers seeking a unique experience rooted in both style and comfort. The hotel also features the acclaimed Mulberry Street Tavern, an onsite dining venue that reinforces Surety's commitment to excellent cuisine and service.
As a member of Aparium Hospitality Services, Surety Hotel champions values of exceptional service, design excellence, and deep community engagement. The hotel's concept is inspired by the definition of a surety bond, symbolizing a promise to deliver unmatched service experiences. The team here prioritizes fostering connections—whether among guests, staff, or the greater Des Moines community—ensuring that every interaction resonates authenticity and professionalism. The environment is progressive and respectful, encouraging collaboration and growth among employees.
The Dishwasher position at Surety Hotel is a full-time role reporting directly to the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs within the culinary leadership team. This is a non-exempt position requiring flexible availability to meet the demands of a bustling, high-volume kitchen. The role is foundational to the culinary operations, with the dishwasher ensuring the cleanliness and organization necessary to maintain impeccable standards. Although the dishwasher may not be directly handling food preparation, they play a vital role in supporting the entire kitchen functionality through rigorous sanitation and maintenance procedures.
In this position, candidates will cultivate a deep understanding of kitchen workflows, stewarding operations, and equipment upkeep. They will work alongside a talented culinary team in a collaborative atmosphere that values transparency, humility, and mutual respect. The successful candidate will embody a sense of urgency and pride in maintaining clean and orderly kitchen and dining environments, contributing directly to an exceptional guest experience.
The role also offers professional development opportunities through regular feedback sessions and active participation in team meetings. Dishwashers will be expected to communicate openly with culinary leadership and other hotel departments, ensuring that operational priorities are aligned and that any areas for improvement are addressed promptly. Physical endurance, adaptability, and a passion for cleanliness and learning are essential attributes for success in this dynamic role.
Surety Hotel is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively fostering an environment where every team member feels a sense of belonging and pride. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to ensure compliance with federal employment verification requirements. This dishwasher position offers a chance to join a meaningful hospitality experience grounded in community, creativity, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
As a member of Aparium Hospitality Services, Surety Hotel champions values of exceptional service, design excellence, and deep community engagement. The hotel's concept is inspired by the definition of a surety bond, symbolizing a promise to deliver unmatched service experiences. The team here prioritizes fostering connections—whether among guests, staff, or the greater Des Moines community—ensuring that every interaction resonates authenticity and professionalism. The environment is progressive and respectful, encouraging collaboration and growth among employees.
The Dishwasher position at Surety Hotel is a full-time role reporting directly to the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs within the culinary leadership team. This is a non-exempt position requiring flexible availability to meet the demands of a bustling, high-volume kitchen. The role is foundational to the culinary operations, with the dishwasher ensuring the cleanliness and organization necessary to maintain impeccable standards. Although the dishwasher may not be directly handling food preparation, they play a vital role in supporting the entire kitchen functionality through rigorous sanitation and maintenance procedures.
In this position, candidates will cultivate a deep understanding of kitchen workflows, stewarding operations, and equipment upkeep. They will work alongside a talented culinary team in a collaborative atmosphere that values transparency, humility, and mutual respect. The successful candidate will embody a sense of urgency and pride in maintaining clean and orderly kitchen and dining environments, contributing directly to an exceptional guest experience.
The role also offers professional development opportunities through regular feedback sessions and active participation in team meetings. Dishwashers will be expected to communicate openly with culinary leadership and other hotel departments, ensuring that operational priorities are aligned and that any areas for improvement are addressed promptly. Physical endurance, adaptability, and a passion for cleanliness and learning are essential attributes for success in this dynamic role.
Surety Hotel is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively fostering an environment where every team member feels a sense of belonging and pride. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to ensure compliance with federal employment verification requirements. This dishwasher position offers a chance to join a meaningful hospitality experience grounded in community, creativity, and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Job Requirements
- Passion for cleanliness and learning
- Basic knowledge of food safety guidelines and requirements
- Valid Serve Safe Certificate of Completion or ability to complete within 30 days of hire
- Conversational proficiency of the English language
- Adaptable interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs
- Ability to lift, balance and carry with assistance up to 100 lbs
- Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods
- Ability to withstand warm to hot environments
Job Qualifications
- Passion for cleanliness and learning
- curiosity for the culinary arts
- Basic knowledge of food safety guidelines and requirements
- valid Serve Safe Certificate of Completion required or ability to complete within 30 days of hire
- Conversational proficiency of the English language to receive and execute verbal and written communication and direction
- Adaptable interpersonal communication skills to address employees at all levels of the hotel
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods of time to meet high volume business
- Ability to lift, balance and carry up to 25 lbs to transport dry goods inventory, equipment, etc.
- Ability to lift, balance and carry, with assistance, up to 100 lbs to transport dry goods inventory, equipment, etc.
- Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods to clean and organize the spaces, plate ware, equipment, etc.
- Ability to withstand warm to hot environments for prolonged periods while utilizing dish machines, ovens, stoves, or fryers
Job Duties
- Uphold and role model the company's principles of People, Place, and Character, while embodying our values that drive collaboration, intuitive service, and translocal hospitality
- Collaborate with culinary leadership, demonstrating a united front as a team committed to providing the best possible guest experience
- Take pride in your work, strictly adhering to sanitary guidelines
- Work in an organized fashion with the utmost respect for your equipment and workspace
- Demonstrate a professional sense of urgency while in the kitchen space to provide an amazing guest experience by keeping spaces clean and well organized
- Possess an understanding of the workflow of a stewarding department, as well as maintenance of culinary equipment
- Foster open lines of communication within the department by actively participating in daily line ups and quarterly culinary all staff meetings, maintaining a transparent dialogue among the team to voice ideas and concerns, while course-correcting any missed opportunities
- Actively participate in feedback sessions with culinary leadership to further develop your skill set
- Observe conditions of all physical facilities and equipment in the culinary operation, reporting anything substandard to the Chef, Sous Chefs, and/or engineering department to make corrections and improvements as needed
- Maintain regular communication with the culinary leadership team to ensure alignment on priorities, understanding that flexibility with your responsibilities is paramount to support a successful operation
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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