Kitchen Lead Steward

Denver Broncos and Stadium Management Company•Englewood, CO

4d•$42,500 - $52,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Lead Steward / Porter plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, efficient, and high-performing culinary operation. This position ensures that all kitchen, nutrition, and service areas are organized, sanitized, and fully equipped to support chefs, dietitians, players, and staff. The Lead Steward oversees daily stewardship duties, checking in purveyors, coordinates porters, maintains inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, and ensures the kitchen runs at a high standards.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience as a steward, porter, or similar back-of-house role
Strong understanding of commercial kitchen sanitation standards
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and stand/walk for extended periods
Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible schedules (early mornings, late nights, weekends)
Ability to lead, train, and motivate a small team
Serv Safe Certification Required
High attention to detail and cleanliness
Strong communication skills
Team-first mindset - willing to jump in wherever needed
Calm under pressure during high-volume service periods
Professionalism and discretion while working around players and staff

Nice To Haves

Experience in sports, hotel, stadium, or high-volume culinary operations
Familiarity with athlete nutrition environments or performance kitchens

Responsibilities

Lead all dishwashing, cleaning, and sanitation operations throughout kitchens, prep areas, and service spaces
Maintain strict cleanliness standards in compliance with local health codes
Checking in and putting away all purveyors. Assist with inventory
Stocking beverages and snacks throughout the facility
Ensure all equipment (grills, ranges, steam jackets, dish machines, sinks, floor scrubbers) are functioning properly and cleaned regularly
Oversee trash, recycling, composting, and proper waste procedures
Supervise steward/porter staff, schedule shifts, delegate tasks, and train new employees
Provide direction during peak meal periods, game days, and special events
Maintain a positive and efficient back-of-house environment aligned with team culture
Monitor and maintain par levels of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and sanitation tools
Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing deliveries, ensuring proper rotation (FIFO)
Control Inventory of beverages, snacks, coffee, disposables and chemicals
Keep storage rooms, walk-ins, and dry goods areas organized, clean and safe
Ensure chefs have clean tools, equipment, and workstations ready for service and meal prep
Assist with basic prep tasks as needed (e.g., transporting equipment, organizing small wares)
Support coffee service operations for players, coaches, and team person
Coordinate quick turnover of equipment and dishes between meals, meetings, and special events