Lead Steward

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Job Title : Lead Steward

Lead Steward

Department :

Business Advancement Blackwell Food and Beverage Operations

Job Description

• The Lead Steward supports the food service operations of the Blackwell Inn and Pfahl Executive Education Center, which includes a full-service upscale hotel, lounge, function space and signature restaurant, Bistro 2110;
• oversees the work of stewards in the restaurant and banquets; oversees and ensures the care, maintenance and the highest levels of cleanliness of china, flatware, glassware, pots and pan, and kitchen equipment;
• serves as a working manager and recruits, hires, trains and supervises stewards and assists with timekeeping and payroll;
• leads stewards in maintaining composting and sustainability efforts; oversees and assists in the delivery of food and equipment to banquet functions and employee cafeteria;

maintains inventories of china, glassware and flatware; assists with deep cleaning projects as well as any other tasks required by the Sous Chef, Banquet or Restaurant management teams.

The Blackwell Inn is a 24 / 7 operation, as such, this position will operate with a flexible schedule and will require some evening and weekend hours.

Minimum Education Required

High School diploma or GED. Certification or vocational training may be preferred. 1 year of relevant experience required.

2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Required Qualifications

Required : Associate degree from a culinary or hospitality management program or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

2-Year College Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Supervisory experience and strong leadership skills.

FUNCTION : Food Service

SUB-FUNCTION : Food Service

CAREER BAND : Technical

CAREER LEVEL : T2

Explore our extensive benefits

Work-life : Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.

Retirement : State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.

Health : Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.

Time off : Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays. Short and long-term disability options also available.

Financial : Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.

Wellness : Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.