Work Environment

Must be able work in a fast-pacedenvironment.
Majority of work takes place indoors.
Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures - i.e. freezers, loading dock.

Physical Demands

Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Must be able to push and pull equipment weighing up to 250 lbs.
Frequent bending, kneeling and reaching.
Ability to stand during entire shift.

Expected Hours of Work

Must be flexible to work variable days of the week to include weekends and holidays.
Must be flexible to work variable shifts (days, nights, overnights).
Ten to twelve hour shifts sometimes required.

Education and Experience

Previous experience as a kitchen worker preferred.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.

Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:

Operate dish machine, clean and sanitize pots and pans, china, glassware, flatware, kitchen equipment and other utensils.
Store all clean pots and pans, china, glassware, flatware, kitchen equipment and other utensils to its proper storage location using care to minimize breakage.
Clean and sanitize the kitchen and food preparation areas.
Sweep and mop all kitchen floors and other assigned areas.
Collect and properly dispose of trash.
Service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.

Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.
Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.

Qualifications and Skills

Attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Prioritization and time management skills.
Able to work quickly without compromising quality.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of performance.
Must be able to tolerate hot temperatures in excess of 110 degrees near dish machine, when assigned for entire shift.
Must be able to tolerate the use of certain chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing.

Go Beyond@SonestaHotels WHO WE ARE
We are an organization made up of people, thoughts and ideas - all working towards fulfilling our simple mission: To wow every guest, team member, partner & community we operate in by delivering quality, value & amazing hospitality .

Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account with Company Match, 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match, Paid Vacation and Sick Days, Sonesta Hotel Discounts, Educational Assistance, Paid Parental Leave, Company Paid Life Insurance, Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance and Various Employee Perks and Discounts.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.