Steward- 9W57

About us:

From innovative menus and striking design to impeccable service and critical attention to detail, at Great Performances, we weave our mission into all we do. This woman-owned business serving New York City for over four decades has evolved from a waitress staffing agency to the leading catering, events, and hospitality companies in the greater New York area. We provide food services in an array of celebrated New York City cultural institutions including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Wave Hill, and The Apollo Theater. We are known for full-service catering and events, corporate workplace dining and amenity programs, and large-scale event and festival production. Great Performances is the nation's first caterer to own and operate an organic farm, Katchkie Farm located in Kinderhook, NY. Progressive from the start, we consistently set the pace for industry best practices.

We are seeking highly motivated and talented individuals to join our team and to support our vision, mission, and values through everything they do. If you share our passion and want to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply. 

Our Vision: Building Community to Better Our World

Our Mission: Unleash Joy through Genuine Hospitality

Our Core Values:

 Craftsmanship: developing new menus, designs, and moments to deliver engaging experiences to our clients and guests.

People: creating fair access, opportunity, and advancement for everyone. Our employees are our greatest asset.

Sustainability: upholding and elevating standards for sustainable behaviors that support our planet.

Collaboration: aligning with our clients', colleagues', and community's visions to execute a successful experience.

Doing Good through Food: engaging in action around food access, health and wellness, education, and philanthropy. 

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Steward to support kitchen and food service operations by maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, organization, and the proper receiving and distribution of goods. This role is responsible for dishwashing, sanitation, inventory support, and receiving daily deliveries, while ensuring full compliance with Department of Health (DOH) standards and company procedures.

Responsibilities

Sanitation & Kitchen Support

• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain the cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, workstations, dish areas, storage rooms, and receiving areas.
• Operate and maintain dishwashing equipment.
• Properly handle trash, recycling, and compost according to safety guidelines.
• Assist with kitchen setup, breakdown, and general cleaning as needed.
• Assist the AM prep team when operationally required 

Receiving & Distribution

• Receive all ordered items daily, including but not limited to food, liquor, wine, janitorial supplies, linens, and mail (excluding seafood and select specialty items).
• Receive kitchen equipment, smallwares, and equipment sent for repair.
• Inspect all received products for quality, accuracy, and condition.
• Process product discrepancies and returns with proper management approval.
• Ensure accurate and timely distribution of products to the appropriate departments or storage locations.
• Foster and maintain positive working relationships with vendors and delivery partners.

Inventory & Organization

• Maintain monthly inventory counts of produce, protein, and frozen items.
• Assist with proper labeling, storage, and rotation of products in accordance with FIFO and food safety standards.
• Keep receiving, storage, and inventory areas organized and compliant with DOH requirements.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards in compliance with Department of Health (DOH) regulations.
• Report safety hazards, equipment issues, or sanitation concerns promptly. 

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a steward, porter/dishwasher, kitchen utility, or receiving role, preferably in high-volume kitchens, catering operations, or hospitality environments.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and basic inventory practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform physical tasks.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Food Handler's Certificate preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively with team members
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, reach, bend, and stand throughout an 8-hour shift

Location: 9 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019

Schedule: Full Time, On-Site

Base salary: $23.00/hour

 Benefits: PTO, 401K, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Transit, and FSA (Flexible Spending