Executive Steward $60,000-$70,000
26 days ago
Aspen
Job Description The Executive Chief Steward is responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of the stewarding operation, with a particular focus on supporting high-volume banquet and catering services. This role ensures cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of all kitchen and back-of-house areas, while managing inventory, stewarding staff, and compliance with hygiene and safety standards. The Executive Chief Steward plays a key leadership role in maintaining operational efficiency and upholding the highest service standards during events and peak banquet periods. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Develop and implement strategies for stewarding areas that are aligned with the resort’s F&B objectives., • Lead and manage the stewarding team to support all banquet and F&B operations efficiently., • Plan and coordinate stewarding support based on banquet event orders (BEOs) and group function schedules., • Schedule staff according to forecasted and actual banquet volume, ensuring proper coverage for all functions., • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards of all kitchen areas, storage rooms, and back-of-house spaces, in compliance with local health and safety regulations., • Ensure the proper handling and maintenance of all kitchen equipment, dishwashing machines, and banquet service ware., • Manage inventory, ordering, and storage of cleaning supplies, dishware, glassware, flatware, and banquet operating equipment., • Responsible for monthly inventory., • Develop and implement cleaning and maintenance schedules for kitchen equipment and service areas., • Train, mentor, and evaluate the stewarding team to enhance skills, productivity, and service standards., • Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef, Banquet Chef, and Banquet Manager and Captains to anticipate operational needs and support successful event execution., • Monitor and control stewarding costs, including breakage, labor, and supply usage., • Lead sustainability and waste management initiatives in stewarding operations., • Creates and implements standard operating procedures for stewards., • Assists with interviews regarding the selection of new Stewards., • Sets performance standards and work goals for Stewards., • Evaluates staff and initiates corrective/disciplinary action as necessary., • Assists with employee performance evaluations of stewards., • Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local food safety regulations., • Drive and operate a box truck with lift gate., • Assist in stewarding with dishes when applicable., • Performs other tasks as assigned.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE, • Minimum of 3–5 years of stewarding leadership experience in a hotel or high-volume banquet environment., • Proven ability to manage and motivate a diverse team in a fast-paced setting., • Strong knowledge of HACCP principles, sanitation standards, and occupational safety., • Familiarity with banquet operations, dishware logistics, and high-volume event support., • Effective communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills., • Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed., • Proficiency in inventory management and Microsoft Office Suite.REQUIREMENTS, • Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) used in the workplace., • Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process., • Requires good communication skills, both verbal and written., • May be required: to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations., • Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.PHYSICAL DEMANDS, • Most work tasks are performed indoors. Temperature generally is moderate and controlled by resort environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°ree;F) and kitchens (+110°ree;F), possibly for one hour or more., • Must be able to stand and walk for the majority of an 8-hour shift or longer., • Must be able to exert well-paced ability to maneuver with-in a kitchen, • Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks occasionally., • Must have the ability to bend, squat and frequently lift 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 75 lbs., • May be required to lift trays of food or food items weighing up to 30 lbs., • Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs. regularly and push or pull carts and equipment up to 150 lbs. occasionally., • Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability and visual acuity., • Must have sufficient vision, hearing, and speech to safely perform culinary tasks and communicate effectively in noisy kitchen environments., • Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment.WORK ENVIRONMENT, • Energetic environment where multiple tasks are being performed at the same time., • Exposure to heat, steam, and noise from kitchen equipment, as well as handling hot items and sharp utensils., • Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, or an employment contract of any kind, and that my employment is at-will., • The job description provides a general summary of the position however it is not all inclusive. I know of no limitations that would prevent me from performing these functions with or without accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor at any time that I am unable to perform these functions., • Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be changed at any time., • Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of Aspen Meadows Resort., • I have read and understand this job description: Benefits for full-time employees include but are not limited to the following with an employee contribution: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, and Long-term Disability after 90 days of employment. Employer-provided Basic Life Insurance and Basic AD&D are provided after 90 days of employment. 401K eligibility is available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment, part-time employees can qualify to participate in a 401(k) plan after two consecutive years of working at least 500 hours. Currently, 401K Match is $0.50 on the $1.00 of an employee’s contribution up to 6%; there is a 5-year vesting period. Applications for all positions are accepted on an ongoing basis. Salamander Collection is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Salamander is a drug-free workplace and participant in E-Verify.