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Weāre People People. Are you?
Weāre Sonesta International Hotelsāthe 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast š).
With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means weāre everywhere our guests need us to be.
But hereās the thingāweāre not just in the business of hotels, weāre in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connectādelivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).
What this role is all about
What this role is all about
Incredible guest experiences are powered by strong teams behind the scenes ā and our Stewards play a huge role in keeping hotel kitchens and Food & Beverage operations clean, organized, safe, and running smoothly.
As a Steward, youāll support the heart of our culinary operations by helping maintain cleanliness, sanitation, dishwashing operations, and kitchen organization across restaurants, banquets, catering, and event spaces.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in keeping things organized, and thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
If youāre dependable, hardworking, team-focused, and ready to be part of creating exceptional guest experiences ā weād love to meet you.
What youāll be doing
What youāll be doingĀ
Wash, clean, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, silverware, cookware, kitchen utensils, and Food & Beverage equipment.Ā
Maintain cleanliness and organization across kitchens, dish areas, storage rooms, banquet spaces, and back-of-house operations.Ā
Support kitchen and banquet teams by ensuring clean equipment and supplies are available throughout service periods.Ā
Assist with waste removal, recycling, floor cleaning, deep cleaning tasks, and maintaining sanitation standards across Food & Beverage operations.Ā
Operate dishwashing machines and stewarding equipment safely and effectively.Ā
Follow food safety regulations, sanitation standards, HACCP guidelines, OSHA requirements, and hotel safety procedures at all times.Ā
Help organize and store china, glassware, silverware, cookware, and banquet equipment properly.Ā
Assist with banquet setup and breakdown support as needed for meetings, events, weddings, and catering functions.Ā
Monitor cleaning supply levels and communicate inventory or maintenance needs to leadership.Ā
Support a clean, safe, organized, and efficient kitchen environment for culinary and Food & Beverage teams.Ā
Work collaboratively with Culinary, Banquets, and Food & Beverage teams to support smooth daily operations and guest satisfaction.Ā
Help create a positive and team-oriented workplace aligned with Sonestaās PeopleĀ PeopleĀ culture.Ā
Any other duties as assigned.Ā
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What great looks likeĀ
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.Ā
Previous stewarding, dishwashing, kitchen, restaurant, banquet, hotel, or hospitality experience preferred.Ā
Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality and kitchen environment.Ā
Strong attention to cleanliness, sanitation, organization, and safety standards.Ā
Ability to operate dishwashing equipment and stewarding tools safely and effectively.Ā
Strong teamwork and communication skills with a positive, service-focused attitude.Ā
Dependable, proactive, and able to follow operational procedures consistently.Ā
Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed in hospitality operations.Ā
A passion for hospitality, teamwork, cleanliness, and supporting exceptional guest experiences behind the scenes.Ā
Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information
How we reward you
At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.Ā
Hereās a snapshot of what we offer:Ā
- Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceĀ Ā
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company MatchĀ Ā
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company MatchĀ Ā
- Paid Vacation & Sick TimeĀ Ā
- Paid Parental LeaveĀ Ā
- Company-Paid Life InsuranceĀ Ā
- Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term DisabilityĀ Ā
- Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident InsuranceĀ Ā
- Educational AssistanceĀ Ā
- Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, youāll want to use these āļø)Ā Ā
- Additional Perks & Employee DiscountsĀ
Our Commitment to You
Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Before You Apply
To be considered, please complete the full application in addition to submitting your resume. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.Ā
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