Executive Steward $60,000-$70,000

Salamander Hospitality, Llc • Aspen, CO

1d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed