Dishwasher / Kitchen Steward

The Sugar House Hotel is expanding its culinary team in Winooski, Vermont, and the kitchen needs a reliable Dishwashers / Kitchen Steward to keep multiple stations running smoothly. In this onsite role, you will support breakfast, lunch, dinner, and banquet service by maintaining clean, organized work areas and ensuring dishes and equipment are handled with care and in line with food safety standards.

This position is built around day-to-day kitchen utility and sanitation: operating commercial dishwashing equipment, keeping dishwashing stations stocked and tidy, and helping the team stay prepared for service across the hotel’s dining and catering operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment.
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain clean and organized dishwashing stations, kitchen work areas, and storage spaces.
• Collect and organize used dishes and equipment from restaurant and catering operations.
• Support the culinary team during breakfast, lunch, dinner, and banquet service as scheduled.
• Assist with cleaning kitchen floors, work surfaces, equipment, and food preparation areas.
• Remove trash, separate recycling, and follow established waste management procedures.
• Support hotel sustainability initiatives through proper recycling and waste reduction practices.
• Assist with receiving deliveries, organizing supplies, and maintaining storage areas as needed.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Work closely with cooks, chefs, and fellow associates to keep kitchen operations running smoothly.
• Complete additional kitchen cleaning and organizational tasks as assigned.

What You Bring

• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
• Dependability and punctuality, with pride in maintaining a clean workplace.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willingness to support teammates and help wherever needed.
• Attention to cleanliness, organization, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to follow instructions and safely use commercial cleaning equipment.
• Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays based on scheduling needs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, lift, and meet the physical requirements of a commercial kitchen role.
• Previous experience as a Dishwasher, Kitchen Steward, Kitchen Utility Worker, or Restaurant Support Associate is helpful but not required.

Pay

$18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Three Unique Culinary Experiences

• Treetops Rooftop Restaurant: Rooftop dining featuring fresh, locally sourced Vermont ingredients.
• Moss Café & Bar: A casual venue serving hotel guests and the local community.
• Catering & Private Events: A banquet and catering program supporting meetings, celebrations, corporate gatherings, and special events.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Modern Kitchen Environment: A state-of-the-art, fully electric commercial kitchen.
• Learn the Hospitality Industry: Experience supporting restaurant, café, and banquet operations.
• Opportunities to Grow: Support for associates interested in developing new skills, including learning food preparation or pursuing a culinary career.
• Team-Oriented Culture: Collaboration with culinary professionals who value teamwork, respect, and helping one another succeed.
• Sustainability Matters: The hotel is designed to achieve LEED Platinum certification, with responsible operations and waste reduction as priorities.

Work Location: In person, Winooski, Vermont (onsite).