State of Washington Abolished Job Specification

• SHIP'S STEWARD
• Class Code: 674R
• Category: INST. FOOD & PERSONAL SERVICES
• Salary Range: 39G
• Abolished Effective: 05-15-2009

Definition

Serves as steward aboard an ocean research ship with a capacity for up to 60 crew and research personnel.  Supervises cooks, bakers, mess attendant(s) and other assigned personnel.

Typical Work

Plan menus and prepare requisitions for the procurement of provisions and galley supplies;

Establish high and low limits of provisions for extended cruises;

Supervise personnel in receipt and stowage of provisions; inspect provisions and food to ensure suitability for human consumption;

Maintain record of receipts, issues and surveys of provisions;

Prepare and cook meals for the ship's crew and scientific personnel;

Advise Master with respect to adequacy and suitability of food and need for re-provisioning;

Administer a food budget of approximately $100,000 annually;

Safeguard food stores against theft and spoilage;

Perform related duties as required.

Legal Requirement(s)

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification.  It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.

Desirable Qualifications

Three years of experience in quantity food preparation including one year as a lead with responsibility for meal planning and preparation, inventory and budget control

 OR

Equivalent education/experience.

Class Specification History

New class adopted January 3, 1973.
Revision; adopted June 27, 1988.
Revision; adopted February 15, 1991.
Revise class.  Revises class code (formerly 4970), general revision, deletes distinguishing characteristics; adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.
Abolished; adopted May 14, 2009, effective May 15, 2009.