Steward

This job opportunity is with a healthcare facility committed to providing exceptional care and service to its residents and their families while maintaining rigorous standards of cleanliness, safety, and efficiency. The facility prides itself on maintaining a safe and supportive environment for both staff and residents, emphasizing compliance with state and federal health regulations, including HIPAA privacy laws. The work environment is dynamic and requires collaboration across various departments to ensure smooth operations, especially in food service and sanitation areas. The facility often hosts special events and handles food deliveries that require staff assistance beyond routine duties, offering a supportive workplace that values dedication and teamwork.

The Steward role is a pivotal position within the healthcare setting’s operational team. This role primarily focuses on the setup and breakdown of the dishwashing area and the dish machine to ensure the efficient and sanitary cleaning of all dishes, pots, pans, and related equipment. The Steward maintains hygiene and cleanliness standards in the back of the house, supports food storage tasks, and assists dining and kitchen staff as needed. This position is essential for sustaining a sanitary environment crucial to the health and safety of residents and staff in the facility.

Beyond the core dishwashing responsibilities, the Steward supports special events by assisting with setups and cleanups, ensuring all food storage follows proper handling and organization standards upon receiving deliveries. Additionally, the Steward plays a supportive role in the dining area by bussing tables and promptly removing dishes, helping to maintain a pleasant dining environment. They also take charge of waste management by removing trash throughout the day to uphold cleanliness.

Another important aspect of the Steward’s role includes compliance with dietary and sanitary procedures aligned with facility policies and health regulations. Stewards must follow infection control guidelines and privacy rules under HIPAA, attend required training sessions, and participate in in-service meetings to stay updated with best practices. Exceptional customer service is also a key component of the job, requiring the Steward to show compassion and empathy towards residents and their families at all times.

The position demands candidates who are able to lift heavy equipment and supplies, stand and move intermittently throughout their shifts, and work various shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. Although previous experience in a food service or healthcare setting is preferred, it is not mandatory, making this a suitable opportunity for candidates ready to develop their skills in a supportive healthcare-oriented environment. This role is classified as non-exempt, providing opportunities for overtime pay under applicable working hours regulations.