Executive Steward

Job Listing: Executive Steward

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.

Location: We are seeking an experienced Executive Steward for the Raleigh Convention Center.

The Raleigh Convention Center (RCC), Red Hat Amphitheater and Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts are bustling hubs for the culture, commerce, and technologies that make the Triangle one of the most admired and sought-after regions in the United States. Our modern 500,000 square-foot convention center includes a stunning granite lobby with dramatic windows and downtown views, an elegant 32,000 square-foot ballroom, and a massive exhibit hall, all with outstanding tech amenities and award-winning culinary delights. Red Hat Amphitheater offers an immersive entertainment experience with stunning views of the Raleigh skyline that includes elevated lawn seating, traditional outdoor seating, and premium box seats with food and beverage service.

Principal Function:

The Executive Steward is an integral member of the Culinary team. They are responsible for managing primarily non-food production areas of the kitchen, to include the dish room, storage areas and other utility areas. 

The Executive Steward is responsible for cleanliness and sanitation within the kitchen, for maintenance of key equipment and for the inventory, storage and distribution of the facility's supply of banqueting items such as silver, china, glassware and linen. 

The Executive Steward is responsible for leading the Stewarding Department staff and is responsible for monitoring and organizing the flow of activity within the kitchen in a way that complements and supports quality food preparation and service. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support overall food and beverage operations by participating as part of the Culinary Leadership Team; Manage the facility's Stewarding function and its staff members.
• Ensure that standards for health, safety, cleanliness and sanitation are maintained throughout Stewarding areas.
• Control inventory, storage and distribution of supplies. Ensure Stewarding and Kitchen equipment is properly maintained. 
• 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. 

Qualifications/Skills:

• Appropriate combination of education and experience to support on-the-job effectiveness.
• A minimum of 2 years of previous leadership experience within a diverse food and beverage environment, to include management of a large staff and focus on exceptional client and customer service. 
• Previous venue catering/Stewarding experience and multi-site experience strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and general workplace safety standards with knowledge of Health Department requirements. 
• Demonstrated financial acumen; P&L accountability and/or contract-managed service experience is highly desirable
• Demonstrated success in interfacing with a variety of organizational functions and divisions to accomplish tasks.
• Strong computer skills, people management, organization, high attention to detail, and high level of multitasking.

Other Requirements:

• Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in weight; must be able to maneuver in an often tightly-quartered environment.
• Bilingual a plus 

Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.