Part-Time Steward - San Luis Obispo, California, , United States

The steward will provide clean tableware for all dining areas and functions, clean and sanitize all pots and pans used by the kitchen staff, and maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable work area for the kitchen and food service staffs. Additionally, the Steward will provide front ...

Job description

The steward will provide clean tableware for all dining areas and functions, clean and sanitize all pots and pans used by the kitchen staff, and maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable work area for the kitchen and food service staffs. Additionally, the Steward will provide front-of-house service support as needed.

This is a full-time, onsite, non-exempt position. The pay rate for this position is $16.90-$17.50/hour. 

Marcerro at Nightsky

Marcerro—a name born from the union of mar (sea) and cerro (hill)—pays homage to the stunning natural convergence of the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Lucia Mountains that cradle our site. This unique positioning inspires everything we do, from the ingredients we source to the atmosphere we create.

Set within Nightsky, an elevated outdoor hospitality experience, Marcerro invites guests to reconnect with the rhythm of the natural world. Nightsky is more than a setting—it's a celebration of our shared human journey and the beauty of the untamed outdoors. With its open-air design, thoughtful culinary direction, and immersive ambiance, our mission is simple yet profound: to rejuvenate the spirit through meaningful connection—between land and sea, light and shadow, people and place.

Who We Are

• Passionate – about hospitality and fostering an environment where associates will thrive.
• Culture driven – dedicated to respect, teamwork, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the drive to succeed.
• Unique - we encourage our associates to express themselves and their individual talents. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion.
• Innovators – we are a lifestyle hotel management company that is constantly evolving.  We are open-minded individuals who embrace change.
• A growing team looking to expand with authentic and genuine individuals who recognize the importance of team engagement.
• A company that has a culture of promoting from within.
• Recognized as a Top Workplace in The Washington Post and Philadelphia Inquirer.

What You'll Do

• To satisfactorily perform routine pre-service tasks as directed, including transporting china, glassware, and silver; making sure service plates are hot and ready to be used.
• To attend to food service lines throughout service, including maintaining an adequate supply of clean dishes and utensils; refilling plate warmers as needed; and providing a constant supply of hot dishes and platters.
• To assist with the stocking, restocking and transporting of clean and soiled china, glassware, and silverware in the front of house areas, such as the dining room, the terrace and Swing Time entertainment area.
• To sweep, clean, and de-grease all kitchen floors on a daily basis.
• To follow all specifications to properly presoak, clean, and store all china, glassware, and silverware.
• To tear down dish-washing machine at end of each shift and thoroughly wash baskets, tanks, sprayers, and all parts, in preparation
• for the next shift.
• To correctly follow all specified procedures to wash, disinfect, and store pots, pans, and fryers.
• To maintain the cleanliness of all sinks in the back of the kitchen, keeping them free of pots and pans.
• To retrieve fry pans from the line cooks, and clean and return them as soon as possible.
• To satisfactorily perform routine cleaning tasks in the kitchen as directed, including:
• sweeping, cleaning, and mopping in various areas, including inside and out of all walk-in refrigerators and freezers
• cleaning tasks in the kitchen as directed,
• cleaning all machines, sinks, shelves, and working tables;
• keeping dumpster area clean and orderly at all times;
• cleaning dish and food warmers;
• cleaning Chef's office;
• keeping coffee machine area clean;
• and cleaning and mopping employee dining' lounge area.
• To empty, wash, and reline all trash cans in back of kitchen, as soon as they are filled.
• To remove dirty towels from kitchen collection areas as they are filled and replenish supply of clean linens and towels as needed.
• To maintain the front of house china, glass and silver storage areas ln an orderly manner, at all times.
• When needed, to assist with the process of setting tables / bays and empty trash containers in service areas as needed, prior to and during service
• To follow all company policies and procedures.
• To immediately report all suspicious occurrences and hazardous conditions.
• To maintain the cleanliness and safety of work areas at all times.
• Follow all company safety standards, including proper equipment handling to avoid injury to yourself and others.
• To attend all mandatory meetings as directed.
• To perform other tasks, including cross-training, as directed.

Who You Are

• Must be detail oriented, organized and efficient.
• Possess a courteous, professional and friendly manner. 
• Should be a quick learner and able to work productively with little supervision. 
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

 Non-Negotiables (Our Core Values)

• SERVE OTHERS.
• LIVE 360.
• BUILD A POSITIVE TEAM.
• COMMUNICATE.
• BE WILDLY PASSIONATE.
• TAKE OWNERSHIP.
• LEARN + INNOVATE.
• EMBRACE CHANGE

As part of an organizational culture that embraces change and progress, this job description does not seek to limit the tasks and responsibilities of the position. Rather, it acts as a springboard for future career and personal development within the property team and entire Modus Hotels' community.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We actively respect the right of any qualified individual who performs to Modus standards to work. Discrimination based on gender, age, race, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic not related.

Modus by PM Hotel Group will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

This description is subject to change, at the sole discretion of the Company, and in no way creates an employment contract, implied or otherwise; each associate remains, at all times, an "at will" associate.

This position will require moving at least 50% of the time and lifting up to 50 lbs.