Title: Steward
New York, NY, US, 10001
Job Description
Behind every exceptional dining experience is a commitment to cleanliness, organization, and operational excellence. As a Steward, you will play a vital role in supporting culinary and hospitality operations within an exclusive VIP club, luxury bar, and upcoming upscale dining environment. This position is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of kitchen sanitation, equipment care, food safety, and back-of-house support.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and takes pride in creating a clean, safe, and efficient environment that enables the culinary and service teams to deliver world-class hospitality experiences. Stewards are essential team members who help ensure seamless operations while upholding luxury hospitality standards behind the scenes.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The hourly rate for this position is $23.00 to $23.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Ensure a clean, safe and pleasant atmosphere is maintained in the kitchen at all times
- Receiving deliveries and cold prep as instructed
- Perform any opening and closing side work as required
- Maintain store rooms and refrigerators and ensure they are kept clean
- Ensure at all times that food safety guidelines and company food quality standards are adhered to
- Complete time and temperature control logs daily for HACCP compliance
- Maintain positive demeanor in high stress situations
- Operate dish washing machine – set-up, load, run and remove clean dishes once process is complete
- Maintain dish washing machine cleanliness – ensure filters are frequently entered
- Place clean dishes on accurate shelves ready to be used again
- Stock various food and beverage concession outlets
- Manually hand wash and scrub pots to ensure they are thoroughly cleaned
- Keep all kitchen floors swept and mopped at all times
- Empty all trash cans and keep trash dumpster areas clean
- Report any safety hazards or unsafe conditions and practices to manager immediately
- Know and align with all company policies and procedures regarding safety, security, emergencies and energy
- Report to work on time and in complete uniform
- Ensure security and proper handling of company assets and equipment.
- Support special events, VIP functions, member experiences, and seasonal culinary programs as assigned.
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
- Previous stewarding, dishwashing, food service, hospitality, hotel, private club, restaurant, or kitchen support experience preferred.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to sanitation, food safety, and operational excellence.
- Ability to follow instructions accurately and complete repetitive tasks with consistency and professionalism.
- Dependable, team-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced luxury hospitality environment.
- Strong work ethic with the ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to changing operational needs.
- Availability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
- Ability to safely lift and carry equipment, supplies, and products as needed.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation procedures, and kitchen operations is preferred.
This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective equipment (PPE).
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
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