STEWARD

 POSITION SUMMARY
Steward is responsible to support the Lead Steward and Steward Supervisor in the successful cleaning and sanitation of restaurant and bar operations at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino. Position will be engaged in the safe and efficient cleaning, sanitation, transportation, storage, stocking of dishware, glassware, flatware, pots, pans and smallwares, as well as cleaning walls, floors, walk-ins, freezers, floor mats, kitchen equipment, and trash removal, wiping counter tops, and cook areas in restaurant kitchens, service stations, and bar areas, etc., as well as other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for practicing, supporting, and promoting Indiana Grand Racing & Casino’s Company-wide culture and demonstrating Excellent Service Standards at all times. Responsibilities including but not limited to:
? Safe efficient cleaning, and sanitation, scrubbing, mopping, sweeping, wiping, spraying, transporting, transferring, etc. of all kitchen, bar and service station areas within the food & beverage areas. 
? Maintains standards of sanitation, kitchen and personal hygiene and cleanliness, as well as food service techniques and safety all with regard to the safe handling of food products for guest’s consumption. 
? Assistance with taking inventory of China, Flatware, Glassware, Equipment, etc.
? Display knowledge of all emergency procedures, including familiarity with MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for chemical usage.
? Communicate on a consistent basis with supervisor keeping them abreast of all department activities, and ensure that kitchen and equipment are in good working order and that the work area is clean and hazard-free. Notify supervising Chef immediately if kitchen and equipment are not in good, safe working order.
? Possess the ability to work with Co-workers in any kitchen environment.

QUALIFICATIONS
Working on a High School Diploma or GED required. Position requires 1 (one) year experience in the Food Service Industry as a Dishwasher, or Pot Washer or similar position. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English, distinguish letters, numbers, symbols and be involved in daily professional communication with co-workers and guests. The position requires math skills as well as the ability to measure, and estimate, and the ability to multi task, as defined by hiring management. The Position requires the trained use of cleaning equipment such as Dishwasher Machines, Pot Washing Machines, Power Washers, and Chemicals used in cleaning and sanitation, etc. Must be able to demonstrate and ensure that daily work performed is conducted within HACCP guidelines. Required to comply with safe and hazard free work environment practices stipulated in Indiana Grand Racing & Casino, County/State/Federal Department of Health and OSHA policies, procedures and regulations. Position requires employee to be certified in Serve Safe Food Sanitation and hold an Indiana Gaming Commission Occupational License and/or Indiana Horse Racing Commission License. Position requires scheduling flexibility, may be required to work weekends, holidays, overnight, or overtime, based upon scheduling and business needs.

REQUIRED PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
Responsible for fostering a fun environment. Responsible for being gracious to all guests and co-workers. Responsible for promoting a positive influence in the community and participating in company-sponsored events. Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs. Ensures that behavior and appearance are in compliance with established standards. Maintains a professional work environment with management and staff. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, push or pull 150 to 250 lbs on a pushcart, and enter walk-ins of -10 degrees to 140 degrees Fahrenheit with or without assistance. Handle heat from cooking appliances, food and dish/glass/ware washing machines. The position also requires normal or corrected vision range, with the ability to distinguish letters, numbers, and symbols. Ability to stand for duration of shift walk frequently, bend and/or reach to a height of 6 feet with or without assistance (stand, sit, walk, lift, reach, push, pull, grasp).

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed indoors and/or outdoors and involves continuous exposure to high and low temperatures, sunlight, fluorescent light, wet surfaces and noise. Work may entail trained chemical usage and constant contact with fellow employees and guests. Work is typically in an area, which may be unusually hot, cold, noisy, and may contain cigar, cigarette, or cooking smoke. Work may be performed in small areas with a 3 ft. wide access. Tasks will be performed from a primarily non-sitting position (approx 95% standing, walking and 5% sitting). Employees will be required to navigate safely on potentially slippery floors. Tasks include the maintenance and care of assigned area or any tasks assigned by senior management. Indiana Grand Racing & Casino is a smoking establishment, therefore must be able to work in a smoking environment. Must be able to work in a highly populated fast-paced and noisy environment.


ACCESS TO GAMING FLOOR
Access to general gaming floor.

IMPORTANT NOTICES
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all job functions that an Employee in this position may be asked to perform from time to time. Duties and responsibilities can be changed, expanded, reduced or delegated by management to meet the business needs of Indiana Grand Racing & Casino. Signature below signifies acknowledgment, receipt and comprehension of this job description.