Kitchen Worker

Summary Statement:

The Kitchen Worker is responsible for maintaining the resort kitchens. This position will clean and sanitize the kitchen equipment, dining ware, and food preparation areas, as well as dispose of waste.

 

Primary Job Duties: Includes but is not limited to:

• Ensure all dining ware, kitchen equipment, kitchen surfaces, and floors are clean and sanitized throughout the outlet.
• Responsible for breaking down the china, glass, silver and Queen Mary's during and after event, sorting and cleaning all dishes, silverware, glasses, utensils, and ashtrays
• Responsible for transporting food from Banquet Kitchen, Pastry and Garde Manger to Banquet room, transporting dirty dishes from event areas back to cleanup kitchen area
• Assist with dish-up during setup, service, and teardown, and any other duties as determined by the Director of Catering or Stewarding Management
• Empty, wash, and return waste receptables throughout outlet.
• Breakdown and organize cardboard boxes for recycling.
• Operate mechanical vehicles for transporting large bins of product under strict safety guidelines.
• Keep wash area and mop closets clean and organized.
• Assist with any special cleaning projects, as assigned.
• Adhere to safe handling, usage, and storage requirements of all chemicals and notify manager on duty when items need to be replenished.
• Participate in pre-shift meetings.
• Address any major odors and safety issues, as it relates to broken glassware and spills, in a prompt manner.
• Take corrective action and notify management of any issues with the facility, equipment, or safety hazards.
• Maintain a clean, sanitized and safe working environment in all food and beverage areas.
• Maintain the proper operation of cleaning equipment/dish machines daily.
• Adhere to Resorts World company guidelines as stated in team member training manual and handbook.
• Obtain and maintain position-specific licensing.
• Use personal device/cellular phone for job related operational tasks, job duties, review of company documents, etc
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Includes but is not limited to:

• Ability to read and understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Polished appearance and demeanor.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to obtain maintain full knowledge and understanding of company and department rules and regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• At least 18 years of age.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Previous experience in a high-volume establishment.
• Previous experience working in a large, luxury resort setting.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• At least six months of experience in Stewarding or in a similar heavy-duty cleaning field.

Certificates, Licenses, Regulations:

• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Position required licenses: Food Handler Card

 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be tolerant to varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination and air quality.
• Constant contact with employees and management.
• Able to communicate effectively with management team and team members by speaking and comprehending English.
• Stamina to work 40 hours, with possibility of OT when needed.
• Must be flexible with schedule and able to work different shifts.
• Possible job hazards include, but are not limited to; slips, trips, falls, burns, cuts and strains.
• Must be able to reach, lift, stoop, bend and perform extensive standing and walking (including stairs) throughout shift.
• Ability to use hands in using office equipment, including the computer system.
• Ability to talk and hear to conduct phone correspondence.
• Prolonged standing and mobility.
• Bending and reaching.
• Transporting, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to push and/or pull file cabinet drawers weighing up to 5 lbs.
• Ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols.
• Ability to comply with Policies and Procedures, Job Description, daily memorandums, chemical labels (SDS) and other instructions.

At Resorts World Las Vegas, we believe that every member of our team is an ambassador and is essential to the success of our company. We expect all Team Members to take personal ownership in ensuring everything they do is in the best interest of the company and that all will adhere to our five core non-negotiable responsibilities.

• Everyone is an Ambassador–No matter where you work at Resorts World Las Vegas, it is your responsibility to treat this property like you would your own home. No one gets hurt, everyone feels secure, the environment is clean, and every guest gets what they need.
• Everyone works in Safety–If you have a safety concern, it is your responsibility to address it by correcting it or notifying the appropriate department or individual.
• Everyone works in Security–If you See Something, it is your responsibility to Say Something. You must notify the appropriate department or individual if you feel there is a security concern.
• Everyone works in EVS–If there is trash on the floor, it is your responsibility to pick it up. If it is a mess that needs more attention, it is your responsibility to notify the appropriate department or individual.
• Everyone works in Guest Experience–If a guest needs assistance, it is your responsibility to assist that guest and do so with a smile. If the guest needs more assistance than you can provide, it is your responsibility to notify the appropriate department or individual.