Steward Coordinator, McMurdo Station (Austral Winter)

Gana-A•Denver, CO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Gana-A'Yoo Services Corporation (GSC) is seeking a Steward Coordinator, Food Services, for Austral Winter at McMurdo Station, Antarctica. The role supervises the steward staff, organizing daily tasking, schedules, special projects, and supply orders to help ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and with a positive attitude. The coordinator also assists the Lodging Manager and Culinary Manager as needed and reports to the Program Executive Chef. The position is seasonal, running March 2027 through October 2027, and pays $1,000–$1,100 per week. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and permanent residents and must receive a favorable Tier 1 – Elevated Background Investigation result before deployment. A current ServSafe Food Handler certificate must be obtained before deployment. Applicants must also have a valid driver's license and valid U.S. passport. The role supports GSC's work for the National Science Foundation-managed United States Antarctic Program under the Antarctic Support Contract. Payroll and benefits are supported by Compass Group.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
At least two years of work experience in the hotel or restaurant-related industry; previous Station Services experience in Antarctica may be accepted in lieu of the minimum experience.
At least one year of supervisory experience.
Basic computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
Current ServSafe Food Handler certificate obtained before deployment to Antarctica.
Valid driver's license.
Valid U.S. passport.
U.S. citizenship and permanent residency.
Favorable Tier 1 – Elevated Background Investigation result before deployment.
Ability to perform duties that may involve repetitive motion.
Ability to lift the safety regulation maximum on a limited basis.

Responsibilities

Oversee and assign day-to-day activities for Lead Dining Attendants and Stewards, ensuring tasks are completed thoroughly and on time.
Set pre-season expectations and complete post-season evaluations of Lead Dining Attendants and Stewards as required by the Culinary Manager and/or Lodging Manager.
Assist the Culinary Manager in developing and implementing team initiatives.
Provide leadership and support to Lead Dining Attendants and Stewards.
Communicate staffing, tasking, and equipment issues with Lead Dining Attendants to support smooth and efficient meal services.
Schedule Lead Dining Attendants and Stewards and perform applicable duties of those roles as required.
Monitor staff physical conditions, including injuries, aches, pains, and sick days, and adjust tasking for light duty or other special requirements.
Fill in for the dining facility as needed.
Identify and organize special projects for Lead Dining Attendants.
Conduct inventories as requested.
Research cleaning products used by stewards to ensure proper and safe usage.
Handle confidential personnel, management, and lodging matters according to management policy.
Interact professionally and tactfully with National Science Foundation, military, and other agency officials in person and by telephone.
Coordinate with other GSC departments to assign special tasks to stewards and communicate department needs to Lead Dining Attendants.
Ensure stewards have the training, tools, and resources needed for special tasking.
Implement and maintain a safe workplace program, prioritize workplace safety, and complete safety reporting for employees, including soreness, injuries, and near misses.
Support achievement of GSC metrics, contractual commitments, and organizational goals, using staff resources when necessary.
Comply with GSC Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals, and provide required documentation.
Lead and motivate the team.
Perform other duties as required.