Steward - PRN

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Role Summary

The Steward PRN position is primarily responsible for overall cleanliness and organization of all receiving and storage areas by rotating all stock according to FIFO (first in first out) procedures and monitors items for expiration dates. This includes floor and trash maintenance, stocking assigned areas with clean dish ware, washing and organizing dishes and kitchen equipment, receiving stock items and rotating them per safe food handling guidelines, and safely utilizing chemical cleansing agents for various pieces of service equipment. Provides outstanding customer service in a variety of retail, restaurant, and healthcare settings within the hospital system.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Maintains the overall cleanliness and organization of the dish area by washing, sanitizing, organizing, and putting away dishes and kitchen equipment;
• Receives deliveries and puts up stick in an organized manner and according to proper food safety code.
• Verifies items against invoices to ensure accuracy of the delivery, inspects received items for damage, signs delivery invoice and informs management of any discrepancies.
• Stocks all assigned areas with service equipment (kitchenware, utensils, dishes and glassware);
• Maintains sanitation and cleanliness of the walk in cooler, freezer, dry stock and storage rooms, walls, floors, racks and bins;
• Empties trash throughout assigned work area as needed;

• Identifies and safely uses chemical cleaning agents stocked for various pieces of service equipment, table tops, floors, and dish machine;
• Upholds a professional attitude and embodies excellent customer service when interacting with guests, visitors, patients, and other employees;
• Assists with stocking food and/or delivery items in accordance with first-in first-out (FIFO) rotation system;
• Retrieves dish ware and service items from patient soiled utility rooms or from conference areas at the conclusion of special/catered events;
• Delivers patient meal trays following established regulatory standards in regards to hand-washing and two-patient identification;
• This is a PRN position and will be scheduled as needed.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in the service industry or a warehouse environment. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Basic math and computer skills are necessary; must be capable of using a computer, including basic software programs and Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to withstand sudden temperature changes from heat of kitchen to cold of the freezers
• Ability to identify chemicals and proper use of equipment
• Ability to follow infection control policies and procedures
• Ability to follow all Food and Nutrition Services policies and procedures (ISDH, JCAHO)
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices
• Ability to use age appropriate communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in a professional, courteous manner with food service staff and other hospital staff
• Valid Indiana Driver’s License required if driving an Eskenazi Vehicle