Assistant Executive Steward – Culinary Ops Lead

Orange County Convention Center; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Sodexo Live! is seeking an Assistant Executive Steward to support the Orange County Convention Center's culinary operations in Orlando, FL. This role focuses on managing non-food production areas, maintaining sanitation, supporting inventory, and coordinating the Stewarding team under the Executive Steward.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring safety, maintaining equipment, and contributing to high standards of service in a fast-paced venue environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a food & beverage, hotel, or venue-based environment.
• Previous stewarding or kitchen utility experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards; familiarity with Health Department requirements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to effectively support a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the Stewarding Department staff to ensure effective and efficient support of overall culinary and food & beverage operations.
• Maintain health, safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards throughout Stewarding areas.
• Support inventory control, storage, and distribution of supplies; assist in monitoring kitchen and Stewarding equipment for proper maintenance.
• Actively participate in training, scheduling, and supervising Stewarding team members.
• Contribute to the goal of 100% customer satisfaction by supporting culinary operations and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and service excellence.

Skills

Supervisor experience

Food & beverage operations

Food safety standards

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sodexo Live! is seeking an Assistant Executive Steward to support the Orange County Convention Center's culinary operations in Orlando, FL. This role focuses on managing non-food production areas, maintaining sanitation, supporting inventory, and coordinating the Stewarding team under the Executive Steward.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring safety, maintaining equipment, and contributing to high standards of service in a fast-paced venue environment.