Steward (FT)

About the Role

As a Steward at Pendry, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and efficiency of our food and beverage operations. You’ll ensure our kitchens and dining areas meet the highest standards of sanitation while supporting the team in creating exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Clean, transport, and store all china, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Ensure restaurant and banquet kitchens are consistently stocked with the proper amounts of equipment.
• Sanitize and clean kitchen floors, recycling bins, and oil bins; maintain the cleanliness of the recycle/trash room.
• Assist with removing used kitchen towels and restocking clean ones.
• Support food & beverage operations by transporting and retrieving food for event functions.
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment to clean dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen items.
• Ensure all items are properly sanitized and stored according to health code regulations.
• Monitor water temperature, detergent levels, and equipment functionality for effective dishwashing.
• Empty trash bins, dispose of food waste, and maintain cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper handwashing, glove usage, and temperature control.
• Deliver on guests’ expectations and create WOW moments.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, based on business needs.

Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Basic communication skills.
• Prior dishwashing or stewarding experience is a plus.
• Hotel experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Passion for maintaining immaculate, clean kitchens and surroundings.
• Commitment to providing exceptional service and creating memorable moments.
• Openness to learning, developing, and growing both personally and professionally.
• Trustworthiness and integrity.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to grasp, hold, sit, walk, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and for extended periods.
• Ability to push and pull food serving equipment and carts weighing up to 200 pounds semi-regularly.
• Most tasks are performed indoors in moderate, controlled temperatures; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°F) and kitchens (+110°F).

Benefits

• Free meals.
• Free uniforms and cleaning.
• Ongoing community outreach events.
• Hotel discounts.
• Associate events throughout the year.
• Healthcare benefits.
• 401k retirement plan with company matching.

Pay

The base pay for this position is $21.45 per hour.