Steward / Dishwasher

Driftwood Hospitality Management is a prominent leader in the hospitality industry, known for its fully integrated approach to hospitality services that emphasize outstanding client service. The company prides itself on its exceptional team, which includes the best talent across every position and property. As a fast-growing and dynamic hospitality management company, Driftwood Hospitality is committed to creating a work environment that empowers its associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute meaningfully to the success of their respective properties through well-defined strategies and objectives. This commitment to excellence fosters a culture where employees feel valued and motivated to perform at their highest potential, playing a critical role in maintaining the company’s reputation for service excellence.

The role offered is a Full-Time position that involves supporting the culinary team by transporting and cleaning cooking utensils and service ware. This position is essential in ensuring that cooks, bus persons, and food servers have the appropriate equipment necessary to deliver an exceptional dining experience to guests. The role requires not only handling and cleaning utensils but also maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the surrounding physical environment. Working at Driftwood Hospitality means that you are part of a 24/7 operation, requiring flexibility in shift days, start times, and weekly hours to meet operational demands.

Specifically, the role involves sorting soiled ware promptly and carefully to ensure proper cleaning through dish or pot machines. Speed and attention to detail are critical as the team member must quickly wash all ware and replace it in designated storage areas according to hotel standards. Physical strength and stamina are crucial for success in this position due to the high activity level and the need to operate heavy kitchen equipment and push/pull service carts weighing up to 100 pounds. Maintaining high safety and cleanliness standards is imperative, involving routine cleaning tasks using approved hotel cleaning products, ensuring floor safety, and separating linen from other debris.

Additionally, the role requires adherence to company policies and safety protocols, including fire prevention and emergency procedures, proper use of protective equipment, and reporting of any unsafe conditions or incidents. Employees are expected to present themselves neatly and well-groomed to align with company standards. The position also requires teamwork, often assisting other kitchen personnel as needed and performing any other related duties assigned by management.

This role is ideal for candidates who hold a current Food Handler Card and possess knowledge of service ware maintenance to enhance guest experience. Candidates should be capable of operating commercial kitchen dish machines in line with health and hotel standards and able to apply written product instructions safely. Physical demands include manual dexterity, the ability to handle various kitchen equipment such as knives and tongs, and physical endurance for frequent bending, twisting, lifting, and prolonged standing.

Working with Driftwood Hospitality Management offers candidates various benefits including 401(k) plans, comprehensive health and disability insurance, employee assistance programs, life insurance, paid time off, and attractive discounts on rooms and food and beverage. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing equal employment opportunities for qualified applicants without discrimination. By joining Driftwood Hospitality Management, you become part of a supportive team dedicated to delivering superior hospitality services while fostering personal growth and career advancement.