Steward - Hay-Adams

Steward – The Hay‑Adams

Full‑time, $28.00 per hour

Steeped in rich history and surrounded by the most iconic institutions of our nation, The Hay‑Adams is the downtown Washington, D.C. hotel for discerning guests. Enveloped by views of the White House, St. John’s Church, and the scenic Lafayette Park, the 5‑star accommodations at The Hay‑Adams are the embodiment of refined residence. Marked by Washington, D.C.’s most accommodating amenities and dedicated services, The Hay‑Adams is the boutique hotel of choice for the modern luxury traveler.

The Hay‑Adams offers an exceptional guest experience that goes beyond a good night’s sleep.

• Prepare the dishwasher area: arrange plate’s dollies, glass rack, and silver. Prepare the dishwasher with the appropriate chemicals.
• Prepare the pot washer station with appropriate chemicals. Operate the dishwasher according to standard procedures.
• Wash all china, glass, and silver for all outlets; separate, clean, and store them at the appropriate location promptly.
• Wash all pots and pans for all outlets.
• Ensure refrigerators, bars, and service bars are properly cleaned.
• Check sanitizer levels and dishwasher temperature.
• Use chemicals for the correct purpose.
• Check and provide cleaning supplies for all stations. Keep all kitchen area clean.
• Provide support and assistance throughout all kitchen areas. Empty trash in and around the kitchen; sanitize all trash cans.
• Provide necessary equipment to banquet kitchen, re‑stock line, garde‑manger, and pastry shop.
• De‑lime the dishwasher with lime‑away chemical when possible.
• Sanitize the dish room station, including cleaning wall tiles and baseboards.
• Follow the kitchen cleaning schedules. Involve cleaning wall tiles/baseboards and all kitchen coolers when possible.
• Keep all fire exits clear of equipment.
• Keep the area of work clean and organized at all times.
• Work as part of a recycling team.
• Keep the dumpster clear and clean.
• Prepare the banquet area for cleaning after events; assist and help plate up as necessary.
• Take ownership of any problems related to stewards.
• Report any maintenance issue to the supervisor.
• Perform any other duty required by the supervisor.

• High School diploma or equivalent vocational training certificate;
  Sanitation and Hygiene Certificate (preferred).
• Minimum of 1‑2 years of experience as Steward in a 4‑star hotel or restaurant.
• Demonstrates knowledge of job functions with attention to detail, speed, and accuracy.
• No supervisory responsibilities.
• Ability to read and write English; ability to communicate in English with guests, co‑workers, and management. Knowledge of a second language is a plus.
• Ability to compute basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to perform job functions with minimal supervision; work cohesively with co‑workers as part of a team; work well under pressure, remain calm, and resolve problems using good judgment.
• Physical ability: sitting, standing/walking, lifting or moving up to 20‑30 lbs, lifting or moving up to 50 lbs occasionally; sitting ½ hour per day, standing/walking/talking 6‑7 hours per day, stair climbing occasionally, squatting/kneeling occasionally, continuous finger movements using hands, elbows, feet, and knees; sight for using computer and doing paperwork.

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The Hay‑Adams is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring diverse professionals. The high ethical standards of The Hay‑Adams must be upheld by all members of the company. The policies related to press relations, equal opportunity, discrimination, sexual harassment, vendor relations, etc., are inviolable. We pride ourselves on providing a professional caring atmosphere for clients and all fellow employees and will achieve this goal through responsible actions.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.