Dishwasher/Steward - The Harpeth Hotel

COMPANY OVERVIEW At Valor, we are passionate Hotelitarians—driven, detail-obsessed professionals who go beyond service to deliver true hospitality. With a global perspective and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality and sustainable dining, we bring enthusiasm, creativity, and local flair to every property we support. We seek individuals who value relationships, embrace high standards, and create meaningful experiences for guests, teams, and owners alike. If you’re someone who notices the little things and strives to make a lasting impact, you’ll thrive here. Please visit to learn more about our existing hotels, other exciting job opportunities and our company. POSITION PROFILE Clean and clear the tables, work stations, and overall kitchen area by maintaining a high standard of sanitation and cleanliness. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILTIES Gathers all dirty dishware from tubs brought to the dish room, rinses and stacks in dish racks, always clearing dishes of leftovers and trash to prepare for automated washing. Load full dish racks on belt and ensures correct placement in accordance to the instructions for the operation of the machine. Operate an automatic dish wash machine by using controls as instructed. Load dishwashing solutions into automatic dispensers and regulates the output of detergents and chemicals to the dishwashing machine by monitoring and adjusting controls. Unload clean dishes from racks after being processed through dish machine, inspects for cleanliness and carefully stacks in specified carts and shelves for the easy use by restaurant and kitchen staff. Manually scrub pots, pans and other kitchen equipment that cannot be washed automatically, using detergents, scourers, and special solutions as required. Inspects for cleanliness, manually dries with hand towels, and puts away in correct places. Manually polish all silver, stainless steel and pewter used in food service, using standard polishing cloth and products, to present clean and attractive equipment to diners. Maintain the automatic dishwashing equipment in good condition and working order in accordance with manufacturers' instructions to prolong the life of the equipment, prevent breakdowns and to meet mandated health compliance regulations. Always keep the dish room in clean and orderly condition by sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, wiping counters and equipment and organizing shelves in order to maintain a sanitary work station and to meet mandated health compliance requirements. Mop kitchen floors as requested and at end of each shift, cleans all kitchen work surfaces as regularly scheduled by manager including walls, ceilings, hoods, vents and ovens. Gather all trash cans from kitchen work areas at end of each shift and empties into outside trash compactor. Sweep loading dock and kitchen entrance areas, clearing litter and debris to trash bins, for the safety of associates and purveyors. Maintain associate break room and restrooms by sweeping, mopping, cleaning counters and refilling supplies daily. Performs other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Some High school education or equivalent experience. Previous experience preferred. Must have vision ability to see minute objects at arm’s length, to read meters and controls. Must have finger, hand and upper body dexterity to grasp dishes, push, pull, carry and lift racks, carts, and large trash bins. Must be able to understand and follow written or verbal instruction or instruction by example. Have the ability to keep breakage to a minimum by handling china, glassware and fragile equipment with care PHYSICAL DEMANDS Lifting/Pushing/Pulling/Carrying : 20 - 40 lbs. (Trays, Dish Racks, Glass Racks, etc.) 50 - 100 lbs. (Carts, Queen Mary’s, Hot Box, Portable Bar) 20 - 40 lbs. (Trays, Dish Racks, Glass Racks, etc.) Bending is necessary, dish rack stacking, storing of equipment/ dishware, unloading queens, moping/ sweeping floors, cleaning ovens. Maneuver and travel 30-50 ft. throughout the day 100% of the time. Full range of mobility required. Standing required to service guest(s) / function(s); 100% of time scheduled. BENEFITS PACKAGE Competitive Salary Daily Pay! Team Member Hotel Discount Program Uniforms Provided for most positions Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options Paid PTO 401k with employer match Food and Beverage Discounts Tuition Reimbursement WHY THE HARPETH: As historic downtown Franklin's only hotel, we pride ourselves on being a home away from home for our guests and our team members are a large part of that experience. From benefits like special hotel rates around the world to discounted food and beverage items, we are made for those who love to travel as much as our guests. At The Harpeth, we are dedicated to being open minded and implementing new ideas to assure a high level of productivity and professionalism. We do our best to encourage communication and listening to every team member equally. We are committed to you and your career advancement by providing you the opportunity to be successful through career growth and internal promotions. If you think you bring the ideal blend of skills, attitude and teamwork, sprinkled with a love of history and a small-town vibe, this could be the perfect home for you! Are you passionate and creative with a desire to grow? Let’s talk!