Lead Steward | Full-Time | Kentucky Exposition Center

Oak View Group•Louisville, KY

7h•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet. Position Summary The Lead Steward will assist the culinary team in the movement and recovery of food . The Lead Steward is responsible for the sanitation of all kitchen equipment, cooking utensils, dishware, glassware and silverware, as well as the kitchen. They are also responsible for all back of house areas being set up and ready prior to events. The Steward will assist in pulling and staging all equipment prior to set-up, during the event and during clean-up. The Lead Steward is an extension of the culinary team. They are responsible for supervising stewarding staff and for performing operational duties within primarily non-food production areas of the kitchen, including the ware washroom, storage areas and other utility areas. The Lead Steward will be knowledgeable of and responsible for upholding OVG standards for proper food handling and sanitation. They will support culinary operations by providing oversight and assistance with the proper washing and storage of China, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, and other food service equipment items. This role pays an hourly rate of $18.00-$21.00 Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays) This position will remain open until April 10, 2026.

Requirements

Past experience working in a food production kitchen or similar industry preferred.
Ability to positively interact with diverse personalities, including co-workers and managers in a variety of fast-paced work situations.
Must have active listening and effective communication skills at a basic level of English.
Ability to be detail-oriented, multi-task and effectively prioritize in a continuously changing environment.
Ability to be self-directed while working in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and long hours.

Responsibilities

Support overall food and beverage operations by participating as part of the Culinary Team
Assist in managing the facility's stewarding function and its staff members.
Ensure that standards for health, safety, cleanliness, and sanitation are maintained throughout stewarding areas.
Assist with control of inventory and with storage and distribution of supplies.
Ensure Stewarding and Kitchen equipment is properly maintained.
Contribute to goal of 100% customer satisfaction through personal commitment to customer service and leading the culinary team by example.
Operate dish machine equipment & wash any items not dishwasher safe by hand
Place clean dishes, utensils or equipment in proper storage areas
Assist on plate-up, food production line as needed
Sort and remove trash or compost and clean after usage.
Sweep and/or scrub all floors in the kitchen and back of house areas
Place clean dishes, utensils or equipment in proper storage areas
Assist in keeping dock areas clean and organized
Sort and remove trash or compost and clean after usage during events
Clean up spills and/or breakage on the event floor
Maintains a positive attitude and compliant employee relations climate
Ensures compliance with health, sanitation, safety and employment regulations in accordance with company standards.
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen for the food and beverage operation