Chief Steward | The SOMM Hotel & Spa

Columbia Hospitality•Woodinville, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Steward is responsible for overseeing all stewarding operations, ensuring exceptional cleanliness and organization across all back-of-house areas. This role involves leading and developing the stewarding team, managing sanitation and food safety standards, and supporting various operational needs including banquets and special events. The Chief Steward plays a crucial role in maintaining the high standards of the hotel and its commitment to guest experiences and sustainability.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 3 years of stewarding experience in a hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant
Minimum 1 year of supervisory or management experience
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Experience leading diverse teams
Strong communication skills
Excellent organization and time management
Ability to prioritize multiple projects
Computer proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Stand and walk for extended periods.
Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
Occasionally lift up to 75 pounds with assistance.
Push and pull heavy dish racks and equipment.
Work in hot, humid, wet, and refrigerated environments.
Frequently bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, and perform repetitive movements.

Responsibilities

Washes china, glass, flatware, pots, pans, and cooking utensils
Maintains the cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and of the cleaning supplies
Remove trash, compost, and recycle to appropriate receptacles
Lead, schedule, coach, and develop the Stewarding team.
Hire, train, and mentor team members while promoting accountability and teamwork.
Manage labor, daily assignments, and staffing based on business needs.
Maintain exceptional cleanliness and organization across all kitchens, stewarding areas, storage rooms, receiving dock, and back-of-house spaces.
Ensure all areas remain inspection-ready and meet Marriott, Columbia Hospitality, and Washington State health standards.
Oversee all dishwashing, pot washing, and sanitation operations.
Ensure all china, glassware, silverware, cookware, banquet equipment, and smallwares are cleaned, organized, properly stored, and readily available for service.
Monitor inventory, breakage, and replacement needs.
Ensure compliance with HACCP, OSHA, Washington State Food Code, Marriott brand standards, and Columbia Hospitality policies.
Maintain chemical safety, SDS documentation, sanitation schedules, temperature logs, and proper PPE usage.
Partner with Engineering to maintain dish machines, hood systems, ice machines, floor drains, and other stewarding equipment.
Report equipment issues promptly and maintain a safe working environment.
Manage trash, recycling, compost, grease disposal, and loading dock cleanliness while supporting the hotel's sustainability initiatives.
Provide stewarding support for restaurants, banquets, weddings, conferences, and special events.
Coordinate equipment setup, breakdown, and staffing to ensure seamless execution of all Food & Beverage operations.

Benefits

Hourly Pay: $25.00/hr
Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
Paid Time off & Holiday Pay
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail
Employee Assistance Program “Columbia Cares”
Volunteer Opportunities
Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)