Title
Steward/ Utility
About the Organization Founded in 1911, Forsyth Country Club is a premier, member-owned private club located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. With more than 111 years of history and tradition, the Club proudly serves 942 member families and is recognized as a Distinguished Club by BoardRoom Magazine.
Forsyth Country Club is committed to a culture of excellence, hospitality, and professional growth. The Club invests in its employees through continuing education, leadership development, and opportunities for career advancement.
Located in the heart of Winston-Salem, the Club is part of a vibrant and growing community known for its innovation, arts, education, and exceptional quality of life. The metropolitan area of approximately 250,000 residents offers the amenities of a larger city while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere and affordable cost of living.
Forsyth Country Club blends rich tradition with a forward-thinking approach to member service and employee engagement, creating an environment where both members and employees take pride in belonging.
Club Facilities Include:
- 45,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with recently renovated casual dining, bar, and patio seating
- 18-hole Donald Ross golf course
- 11 outdoor tennis courts
- 2 platform tennis courts
- 4 pickleball courts
- 18,000 sq. ft. Pool & Fitness Pavilion featuring a wellness center, pool kitchen, locker rooms, laundry, and maintenance facilities
Benefits & Perks:
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off and holiday pay
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee meals
- Golf privileges
- Uniforms provided
- Training and education opportunities
- Scholarship program
- Employee appreciation events
Category Food & Beverage Description
Job Summary
The Utility-Steward role is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of the main kitchen dish area and Food & Beverage preparation areas. This position washes, sanitizes, and properly stores cookware, utensils, china, flatware, glassware, and kitchen equipment while supporting a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen operation.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, cookware, utensils, china, flatware, glassware, and kitchen equipment in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards
- Operate and maintain the dishwashing machine and clean the dish room according to established procedures and schedules
- Polish silverware, platters, chafing dishes, and other service items to ensure they are presentation-ready
- Collect and dispose of trash and recyclables; empty, clean, and reline garbage containers; break down boxes and remove debris from kitchen areas
- Inspect waste for misplaced silverware, dishes, glassware, and other reusable items to minimize loss
- Clean and polish stainless steel surfaces, including shelving, refrigerators, walk-in coolers, ice machines, coffee stations, and other kitchen equipment
- Clean receiving areas, storage rooms, trash areas, coolers, freezers, and other back-of-house spaces
- Sweep, mop, and maintain clean, dry, and safe kitchen floors throughout each shift
- Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries and transferring supplies and equipment between storage and work areas as needed
- Monitor and maintain inventories of dishwashing chemicals, soap, paper towels, and other cleaning supplies
- Handle all china, glassware, and equipment carefully to minimize breakage and damage
- Assist with food preparation and other kitchen support duties as assigned
- Complete scheduled deep-cleaning, weekly cleaning, and maintenance tasks for kitchen areas and equipment
- Clean, sanitize, and properly store brooms, mops, and other cleaning tools after use
- Safely handle and use cleaning chemicals in accordance with Club procedures and safety guidelines
- Support food service operations by prioritizing the cleaning of service items needed during peak meal periods
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, personal hygiene, and workplace safety standards
- Attend departmental meetings and training sessions
- Perform other duties as assigned by management
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
- Previous dishwashing, stewarding, utility, janitorial, or food service experience preferred, but not required
- Basic knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe chemical handling practices
Critical Skills
- Ability to safely operate dishwashing equipment and use cleaning chemicals according to established procedures
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to cleanliness and organization
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively during peak service periods
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work with minimal supervision
- Strong communication and teamwork skills to effectively support culinary and Food & Beverage operations
- Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and professional work environment while providing exceptional support to the team
Schedule Requirements
- While this role offers flexibility, availability on weekends and holidays is expected to support Club operations
Training
- This role includes hands-on shadowing to ensure success and skill development
Travel Required
Physical Demands
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Frequently climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch, twist, and reach
- Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds
- Perform repetitive hand and arm motions throughout the shift
- Ability to work in hot, humid, and noisy environments
- Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment and tools
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt Location 74342 Forsyth Country Club Position Steward/ Utility Shift Various Shifts Pay Scale $15 EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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