Steward - Vancouver (Seasonal)
Purpose
Rocky Mountaineer (RM) is the world's largest privately-owned luxury passenger rail service.
We are committed to living our values: Create Meaningful Moments, Be One Team, Achieve Extraordinary Outcomes. We endeavor to foster a work environment of respect, integrity, and honesty; where diversity is valued, and talent is developed to the benefit of the individual and the company
The Steward reports to the Sous Chef. Stewards ensure the availability of clean dishes and support other team members by assisting with other tasks as required. They are key contributors for delivering culinary excellence to onboard guests and contribute to the creation of life changing experiences.
This position is deemed Safety Sensitive. This position requires the incumbent to periodically access an active railway area where impaired performance could result in a significant incident affecting the health and safety of team members, guests, team members, the public, property, or the environment.
Key Areas of Accountability
Execution of Daily Duties:
• Provide fast and efficient sanitation of all dishes and equipment to support daily services.
• Keep workstation and storage areas clean and organized
• Clean kitchen floors, storage areas, and remove trash
• Assist with food preparation as required for service
Collaboratively work in a team environment
• Able to adapt if required to work in multiple railcars with varying teams over a 4- or 6-day trip.
• Able to adapt to a small kitchen galley environment on a moving train.
• Demonstrate strong time management skills
• Must be able to work effectively both unsupervised and in a team environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Maintain health and Safety standards
• Handle ingredients correctly and follow food safety regulations about temperatures and cross-contamination.
• Practice proper hand-washing technique and use gloves correctly when required to wear them.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitization of all kitchen equipment and workstation areas.
• Personal hygiene is of the utmost importance.
• Report safety issues to your supervisor in a timely manner
• Comply with railway safety standards
Qualifications
Education/Certifications/Knowledge
• High school diploma or GED
• BC Food Safe certified preferred
• Fluency in English language
Experience
• Minimum 1 year restaurant dishwashing experience required
Skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize what needs to be done
• Accuracy and speed in executing tasks
• Maintains a commitment to food safety
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people
Attributes
• Maintains a professional and polished appearance
• Energetic, motivated and hardworking
• Demonstrates a professional, accountable work ethic; self-motivated
• Comfortable engaging and interacting with guests
• Exceptional physical endurance and emotional resiliency with the ability to work long days
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to travel away from home base for up to 6 days at a time
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada thru the end of October
Perks and Benefits
• Health Care Spending Account (starts at $300)
• Up to 50% discount in Rocky Mountaineer rail tickets and packages
• Annual complimentary rail pass (beginning your 2nd season)
• Seasonal wage increases
• Per diem meal allowance
• Work shoes reimbursement
• Opportunity to experience beautiful BC & Alberta
• Exclusive discount with various partners on Perkopolis
• Growth opportunities
• Fun and inclusive team environment
Hourly wage: $24.00/hour
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This job description is not exhaustive of all duties and will encompass additional duties assigned. Responsibilities, title, reporting structure and duties may be changed in response to business requirements.