Normandy Catering is seeking a dependable, hands-on Dishwasher Manager / Stewarding Manager to oversee our dishwashing and sanitation operations. This is a working management position for someone who is organized, takes pride in maintaining a clean facility, and can lead a team in a fast-paced catering environment. Our operation handles everything from daily foodservice to large weddings and corporate events, so keeping our kitchen equipment, smallwares, dishes, glassware, and facility clean and organized is an essential part of our business. Responsibilities Manage and work alongside the dishwashing/stewarding team Schedule, train, supervise, and hold dishroom employees accountable Ensure dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment are properly washed and sanitized Maintain an efficient flow of equipment through the dishroom during high-volume production Organize and properly store clean equipment and smallwares Ensure sanitation procedures meet company and local health department standards Monitor dish machines, chemicals, sanitizer concentrations, and temperatures Maintain cleanliness of the dishroom, kitchen, floors, drains, trash areas, and surrounding workspaces Coordinate with chefs, warehouse staff, and event teams to make sure equipment is cleaned and available when needed Manage trash, recycling, cardboard, and waste removal Perform opening and closing inspections Identify maintenance or equipment problems and communicate them to management Monitor employee productivity and staffing levels Help establish systems that improve efficiency, organization, and accountability Maintain cleaning schedules and ensure required deep-cleaning projects are completed Assist wherever needed during busy production and event periods Qualifications Previous dishroom, stewarding, restaurant, catering, or commercial kitchen experience required Previous supervisory or management experience strongly preferred Ability to lead employees while also working alongside the team Strong understanding of sanitation and food-safety practices Dependable, punctual, and organized Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as business demands Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding work Ability to lift and move approximately 50 pounds Must be comfortable working around commercial dishwashing equipment, hot water, cleaning chemicals, and wet environments What We're Looking For We need a working manager , not someone who simply supervises from the sidelines. The right person will take ownership of the entire dishwashing and sanitation operation, keep employees productive, maintain high cleanliness standards, and make sure our culinary and catering teams always have the clean equipment they need. This position is ideal for someone who notices problems before being asked, keeps their department organized, and isn't afraid to jump in and help the team get the job done. About Normandy Catering Normandy Catering has been serving Northeast Ohio since 1978. We provide wedding, social, and corporate catering as well as institutional foodservice management throughout Greater Cleveland. Our operation includes a large commercial kitchen, mobile kitchens, and high-volume off-premise catering.

Pay:

$18.00 - $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person