Kitchen Steward

Primary purpose is to maintain a high standard of sanitation, maintenance, and efficiency in the areas of the Dishroom and Potwash. As a direct liaison to kitchen supervisors and Sous Chefs this position guides dishroom employees to ensure clean, efficient, maintenance of the dishroom as well as other areas of the kitchen.

The successful applicant will report directly to the Sous Chef and the Executive Chef and provides assistance to Kitchen Supervisors as requested.

Typical Duties:

- Perform a lead role in working with the other Porters to ensure standards of daily operations in the areas of washing of pots, dishes, pans, and cooking utensils.
- Inspect kitchens, dishroom, and equipment for cleanliness and order; takes inventory of china, silverware, and glassware as well as prepares them for catering and special events.
- Maintain inventory and safe storage of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
- Regular operation and basic maintenance of dishroom and kitchen equipment.
- Regular cleaning and sanitation of fridges, storage and work areas;
- Safe handling of cleaning supplies and chemicals.
- Walk or drive catering delivery to/from destinations while maintaining a timely schedule.
- Assist with deliveries to satellite locations
- Assist in all other areas of the Culinary Service operation as required.

**Education**: The incumbent requires a Grade 12.

**Licenses**:

- A Food Safe Certificate is required
- WHIMIS Certificate is required
- Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence

**Experience**:

- Knowledge or ability gained over a period of time.
- Previous experience in a lead role within a fast paced kitchen environment.

**Skills**:

- Ability to work efficiently and productively in a high volume setting for protracted periods of time;
- Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting;
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to adapt or respond to changing priorities and variable workloads.
- Ability to learn quickly.
- Positive attitude and the ability to interact productively and collaboratively with coworkers.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions and request clarification when needed.

**Salary**: $16.35-$19.61 per hour

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Saskatoon, SK: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location