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Highgate

Utility Steward

Highgate, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814

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Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in major U.S. gateway cities including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a growing Caribbean and Latin America footprint. The hospitality forward company provides expert guidance through all stages of the property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition. Highgate has a proven record of developing its diverse portfolio of bespoke lifestyle hotel brands, legacy brands, and independent hotels and resorts with contemporary programming and digital acumen. The all-new, vibrant ‘Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach blends indoor and outdoor luxury to elevate the experience of Oahu resorts. Every space has been envisioned by award-winning design firm, Rockwell Group. Fresh, welcoming and relaxing, it’s an oasis of tranquility in the heart of Waikiki. Our resort is proudly named in honor of Queen Lili‘uokalani, the last reigning monarch of the Hawaiian Kingdom. Beloved by her people, she was a music composer, an author and an ardent supporter of her culture. Her spirit is infused into the resort, which shares the same privileged location as her beachside home Ke‘alohilani, meaning the royal brightness. Overview

The Utility Steward is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and proper storage of all china, glass, and silver, and ensuring the highest standards of sanitation. He/she is also responsible for assisting the kitchen staff in maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and all storage areas; specifically for cleaning all equipment, utensils, and the physical work area. Responsibilities

Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and orderliness in all kitchens, back dock, dumpster and utility work areas. Heavy duty cleaning of ovens, grills, sinks, walls, floors, walk-in refrigerators and freezers and other heavy kitchen equipment. Sorting, stacking and prewashing all banquet plate ware, flatware and glassware. Transportation of soiled plate ware, flatware and glassware from event space to dishwashing areas. Wash pots, pans, and kitchen utensils following proper procedure for their cleanliness and sanitation. Sweep, mop and wash floors in all food and beverage areas, kitchen, and restaurant and dock area. Keep management informed of shortage of equipment and supplies. Operate the dishwashing equipment to ensure that all china, glass, and silver are cleaned thoroughly and sanitation of such is maintained. Return all clean china, glass, and silver to its proper storage location using care to minimize breakage. Knowledge of proper safe handling techniques for all chemicals used. Report any faulty equipment to management immediately. Empty garbage from the Food and Beverage areas into the hotel dumpster. Know the location and operation of all fire extinguishing equipment. Practice safe work habits at all times to avoid possible injury to self or other employees. Follow the proper procedures in the breakdown, cleaning and reassembling of all kitchen equipment, as needed. Follow all sanitation standards. Assist in the set up and breakdown of the restaurant buffet as required. Perform other duties as requested by management. Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field preferred. Physical requirements: Flexible and long hours sometimes required. Heavy work - Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Ability to stand during entire shift. Ability to withstand temperature variations, both hot and cold. Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times. Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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