Dishwasher / Steward - Charleston, United States - Avocet Hospitality Group

Description

Job Description

** $500 Sign-On Bonus **

Charleston's first-ever hotel dedicated to the arts, The Vendue, inspires guests and team members alike with an ever-changing canvas of art for all the senses. Providing the ultimate guest experiences through a culture that values our team members is our number one priority. Time and again we excel in this pursuit as evidenced by our many accolades and awards in the industry. Start a new career journey with creativity, fun, and passion at The Vendue

**Job Summary:**

We are looking for high energy team-members to complete our high energy work family as our steward. The position requires following proper sanitation standards in cleaning, some lifting, organizational skills, and preferably some experience in food preparation.

If you have a good work ethic, a positive attitude, drive, and a willingness to take initiative, this is the job for you

**Primary Duties & Responsibilities**

• Proper dish washing - wash, rinse, sanitize using dishwashing machine or by hand as required.
• Store clean dishes, glasses and equipment appropriately.
• Receive and store goods.
• Set up workstations and occasional light prep work.
• Disposal of kitchen refuse and boxes

Note that this is not an inclusive list and team members are at times asked to assist with other tasks to best serve the business. Other tasks may be assigned by the Chef de Cuisine or other managers.

**Job Requirements**

Education & Experience:

• 1 Year related experience in a similar position with a top tier luxury hotel or restaurant , or the ability to learn quickly.
• Experience in food preparation preferred but not required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Commitment to guest satisfaction and service excellence through attention to detail and sanitation rules.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks. Ability to work under pressure, be calm, organized, self-motivated, and work well with others.
• Ability to read, speak and understand English in order to follow directions, and procedures, and communicate with the team (using a translator app if necessary).
• Ability to learn and perform all essential job functions accurately and safely with minimal supervision.

**Working Conditions**

Equipment to Be Used:

• Dish machine
• Cleaning equipment

Physical & Mental Requirements:

• Maintain regular and punctual on-site attendance with the ability to work a flexible schedule which may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays when business requires.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time. Frequently required to use hands and arms to reach and handle. Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch. Requires manual dexterity sufficient to handle equipment and utensils. Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to adapt to an ever-changing and sometimes stressful work environment.

Work Environment:

• Commercial Kitchen environment and storage areas with tile flooring.
• The position requires the ability to work in both extreme heat from the hot line and sub-zero temperatures from walk-in freezer.
• High pressure, high volume, fast-paced, team-oriented.

The working conditions described are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

**What we have to offer**

Location:

• Located at 19 Vendue Range, Charleston, SC 29401, The Vendue is in the heart of Charleston's French Quarter and Art District.
• Steps away from Waterfront Park, Charleston City Market, and Rainbow Row, along with other historic attractions, shopping, and dining.

Hourly Pay:

• $14.00 per hour full-time. Overtime will be paid at time and a half for any hours over 40 in a week.
• Sign-on bonus: $250 awarded after 3 months of employment and an additional $250 will be awarded after 6 months of employment.

Benefits:

• A culture that values curiosity, boldness, intentionality, and delight
• Opportunities for internal growth and development
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Company provided life insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer matching of up to 3.5%
• Referral program & Employee Assistance Program & Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Discounts at all Avocet-owned hotels and restaurants

**Who we are**

The Vendue is not traditional in its aesthetic, vibe or the way we serve our guests. Neither is this position. We're here to shake things up to bring our guest experience to the next level–with some flair, and a touch of showmanship. You'll have everything you need to shine - great location? Check. An epic rooftop bar? Best in the city 200+ piece curated art collection? Yup, but we don't want to brag. We could go on. But we are missing one thing - YOU. What level of creativity, fun, beauty, and inspiration can you bring to the team? Can you match our moxie? We'd love to find out. To learn more, visit

Modern cuisine with Southern flair... Tastefully creative... Revival tastefully merges traditional local heirloom ingredients with modern concepts and delicious execution. A true fusion of old school and new school. Working with local farmers to "revive" seasonal, indigenous ingredients has injected a unique spin on our menu and is a nod to our fair city.

EOE/DFWP