POSITION:                                        Steward’s Helper                                               

DEPARTMENT:                                 Stewarding                                                                                     

HOURS OF SERVICE:                      Greater than 16                                                                   

EFFECTIVE DATE:                           October 18, 2021                                                                                

HOURLY RATE OF PAY:                   $19.64 – $24.58                                          

DATE POSTED:                                October 5, 2021

APPLICATION DEADLINE               October 19, 2021                                                       

 

All duties will be performed in accordance with The Fairmont Empress’
commitment to luxury service standards

       

                       RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the kitchen steward to perform the daily tasks of the stewarding department
• Set up and operate the dish machine to established specifications, maintaining correct temperature and chemicals are in use at all times
• Safely handle, wash, transport & store all china, glass, silverware, small wares or other food and beverage equipment  in the established locations
• Debus, sort, organize and consolidate dishware and kitchen equipment to be washed
• Loading and unloading the dish machine following established procedures 
• Ensure all items washed are completely clean and sanitized
• Follow established food safety protocols
• Follow established health and safety protocols
• Proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)  
• Safely handle, wash, transport & store all china, glass, silverware, small wares or other food and beverage equipment  in the established locations
• Wash and sanitize; kitchen small wares, utensils, pots, pans and other equipment as required
• Wash and sanitize; kitchen equipment, kettles, tables, walls, sinks, refuse containers, ceilings etc.
• Empty large steam kettles of bones or other organic material
• Clean sink and drain filters in the main dish room and basement as required
• Maintain a clean and organized work space at all times  
• Collect and dispose of garbage and recycling throughout the hotel, maintain clean refuse bins, resupply with garbage bags as required
• Maintaining clean and dry floors by sweeping, mopping, squeegee etc.
• Participate in plating and distribution of food for banquets
• Restock and supply chemical and paper towel dispensers throughout the F&B operation 
• Other duties as assigned

 

                       QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent experience as a steward’s helper / dishwasher (1 year in the last 2) in a hotel, restaurant, cruise ship, or similar setting. Or recent experience (1 year in the last two) in a position with similar physically demanding requirements 
• Food Safe Level One or equivalent (colleagues responsibility to maintain certification)
• WHIMIS 2015 / GHS certification  (colleagues responsibility to maintain this certification) 
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal
• Proven ability to work well alone or as part of a team    
• Demonstrated commitment to achieving excellent results 
• Ability to prioritize, with excellent organizational capabilities
• Demonstrated high level of responsibility and reliability
• Impeccable grooming and presentation
•    Physical ability to perform the requirements of the job, including, but not limited to:
  • • Constant standing and walking throughout an 8 hour shift
    • Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs
    •  Frequent raising arms above shoulder height while lifting 20 lbs
    • Frequent kneeling, twisting, stooping, reaching
    • Ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps
    • Performing cleaning duties while on ladders or other elevated platforms
    • Ability to work in a hot and humid environment
    • No allergies or sensitivities to cleaning chemicals or equipment

NOTE: The position of Steward’s Helper is physically demanding. The successful applicant must be physically capable of standing/walking for the entirety of their shift excluding breaks, performing repetitive work, as well as lifting and carrying heavy loads.