Banquet Kitchen Operations Leader

Sandestin Investments LLC; Miramar Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Growth opportunities

Resort perks

Job summary

The Assistant Executive Steward for the Banquet Kitchen at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Miramar Beach, FL, leads sanitation, organization, and efficiency across banquet culinary and stewarding areas in a high-volume resort setting.

You will supervise and train the stewarding team, coordinate with culinary and banquet teams for setup and breakdown, and help manage inventory, safety, and labor costs while delivering exceptional guest experiences behind the scenes.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of stewarding or kitchen operations experience, preferably in a resort, hotel, or high-volume banquet environment.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of sanitation standards and food safety practices.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing all stewarding operations for banquet kitchens, including dishwashing, pot washing, and sanitation.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards (local, state, and company guidelines).
• Lead, train, and schedule stewarding team members to support banquet functions and events.
• Maintain proper inventory and organization of banquet equipment, china, glassware, and silverware.
• Coordinate with culinary and banquet teams to ensure timely setup and breakdown of events.
• Monitor chemical usage, cleaning procedures, and safety protocols.
• Support waste management, recycling programs, and sustainability initiatives.
• Conduct routine inspections of banquet kitchens, storage areas, and back-of-house spaces.
• Assist in managing labor costs while maintaining service excellence.
• Step in to support operations during high-volume events, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Stewarding experience

Supervisory experience

Sanitation standards

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Assistant Executive Steward for the Banquet Kitchen at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Miramar Beach, FL, leads sanitation, organization, and efficiency across banquet culinary and stewarding areas in a high-volume resort setting.

You will supervise and train the stewarding team, coordinate with culinary and banquet teams for setup and breakdown, and help manage inventory, safety, and labor costs while delivering exceptional guest experiences behind the scenes.