Assistant Chief Steward
About The Position
Join the Sandestin team as an Assistant Executive Steward and be the behind-the-scenes hero who keeps the kitchen running smoothly! This role keeps you active, working alongside a fun and supportive team in a fast-paced environment. Plus, you’ll enjoy resort perks, employee discounts, and opportunities to grow in the hospitality industry—all while being part of a beachfront paradise. If you love teamwork, staying busy, and making a real impact, this is the perfect role for you! The Assistant Executive Steward for the Banquet Kitchen plays a critical leadership role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and operational efficiency across all banquet culinary and stewarding areas. This position supports large-scale banquet and catering operations by ensuring proper sanitation, equipment readiness, and team leadership in a fast-paced, high-volume resort environment. This leader works closely with the Executive Steward, Banquet Chef, and Food & Beverage leadership team to deliver exceptional guest experiences behind the scenes.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of stewarding or kitchen operations experience, preferably in a resort, hotel, or high-volume banquet environment
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience required
- Strong knowledge of sanitation standards and food safety practices
- Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Excellent organizational and communication skills
- Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Responsibilities
- Assist in overseeing all stewarding operations for banquet kitchens, including dishwashing, pot washing, and sanitation
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards (local, state, and company guidelines)
- Lead, train, and schedule stewarding team members to support banquet functions and events
- Maintain proper inventory and organization of banquet equipment, china, glassware, and silverware
- Coordinate with culinary and banquet teams to ensure timely setup and breakdown of events
- Monitor chemical usage, cleaning procedures, and safety protocols
- Support waste management, recycling programs, and sustainability initiatives
- Conduct routine inspections of banquet kitchens, storage areas, and back-of-house spaces
- Assist in managing labor costs while maintaining service excellence
- Step in to support operations during high-volume events, weekends, and holidays
Benefits
- resort perks
- employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
