Porter

LDV at The Maidstone

East Hampton, NY

$20 Hourly
Other

Job Description

Description

The Porter is responsible for maintaining clean china, silverware and cookware, and overall cleanliness in all Back of House/Kitchen areas.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Complete opening side work checklist for shift daily

- Maintain cleanliness of all storage areas: dry storage, walk-in cooler, freezers, paper good storage, chemical storage, beverage storage, and any other storage areas

- Maintain cleanliness of back of house areas by emptying trash, sweeping and mopping floors, etc. throughout service

- Dispose of all trash, cardboard, etc. as needed throughout shift; Empty trash cans from all kitchen and service areas throughout the shift

- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of smallwares, china and cookware for all F&B outlets

- Minimize breakage by handling china and other items with care

- Complete basic prep responsibilities, as directed by Chef

- Complete closing side work checklist for shift daily

- Use of proper chemicals to clean and knowledge of the uses of such chemicals

- Implementation of proper breakdown method (mock system) and adherence to procedure

- Practice highest regards for safety within all areas and with all materials

- Maintenance of the dish washing machine, including pH testing, on an hourly basis

- Follow and adhere to all standards set forth by the Board of Health; Keep work area clean and organized

- Inform Chef or Sous Chef immediately of any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety violations

- Performs other related activities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Ability to speak, understand, read and write in English

- Must have basic math skills

- Maintain friendly, helpful and positive attitude at all times

- Adherence to company, state, and county sanitation standards

- Strict adherence to posted schedule and clock in/out at times

- Attendance to company meetings and training seminars as required

- Responsible for training and developing new employees to LDV Hospitality’s standards of service

- Adherence to company uniform and grooming policies

- Perform all other related and compatible duties as assigned by management

- Adhere to all HR policies and procedures

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

- 1-2 years experience as a Porter in a similar caliber establishment is preferred

- A high school education is preferred, but not required

PHYSICAL/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis

- Ability to bend, stoop, stand and perform extensive walking for 8-10 hours a day

- Mobility and manual dexterity appropriate to staff in the Porter position

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

- Ability to withstand a high volume of business and the movement, noise and temperature extremes associated with that volume

- Ability to perform essential job functions under pressure, maintain professionalism when working under stress

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:

LDV Hospitality and its Managed Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind. LDV Hospitality is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions made by LDV Hospitality are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, alienage or citizenship status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. LDV Hospitality will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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