Executive Steward

Cherokee Nation Businesses; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Telemedicine

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Sick time

Holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Entertainment, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, seeks an Executive Steward to lead cleaning programs, oversee deep-cleaning, and ensure sanitation standards across front- and back-of-house areas. You will manage budgets, labor, inventory, and vendors while coaching staff to deliver service excellence in a fast-paced casino setting.

Join a team focused on safety, teamwork, and delivering premier hospitality experiences at Oklahoma’s premier gaming destination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and at least three years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain licenses from gaming authority.
• ServSafe certification required.
• State alcoholic beverage license ability.
• Knowledge of sanitation practices and food safety regulations.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, labor, inventory, and multiple priorities.
• Willingness to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor cleaning schedules and sanitation procedures for all assigned areas.
• Oversee deep-cleaning projects for facilities and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health department regulations and food safety standards.
• Conduct routine inspections to verify cleanliness and equipment maintenance.
• Monitor cleaning supplies, chemical inventory, and safety handling.
• Coordinate and supervise outside contractors for cleaning and maintenance.
• Lead, train, and develop associates while participating in hiring and performance decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Sanitation standards

Staff coaching

ServSafe certification

Safety regulations

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dish machines

Floor buffers

Kettles

Tilt skillets

Rotary ovens

Job description

The Executive Steward develops and implements cleaning programs, oversees deep-cleaning operations, and ensures all cooking equipment, china, glassware, silverware, and front- and back-of-house areas meet or exceed established sanitation standards. This position manages departmental budgets, labor, inventory, chemical usage, and vendor relationships while conducting routine inspections to maintain operational excellence. The Executive Steward also provides leadership, coaching, and direction to associates, promoting accountability, teamwork, and a culture of safety and service.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor cleaning schedules and sanitation procedures for all assigned areas.
• Oversee deep-cleaning projects for facilities, kitchen equipment, and operational tools.
• Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and private health department regulations and food safety standards.
• Conduct routine inspections to verify cleanliness, sanitation, and proper equipment maintenance.
• Monitor cooking oil usage and oversee the cleanliness and inventory of china, glassware, and silverware.
• Operate and oversee the use of commercial equipment, including dish machines, floor buffers, kettles, tilt skillets, and rotary ovens.
• Manage departmental budgets, labor costs, staffing, and operational resources.
• Order and maintain adequate supplies, cleaning products, and sanitation materials.
• Monitor and control chemical inventory, storage, handling, and usage in accordance with safety requirements.
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors performing cleaning, maintenance, or related services.
• Supervise, train, coach, and develop associates while providing input on hiring, performance management, and other personnel decisions.
• Promote the Big Six by fostering a fun, friendly, quick, comfortable, clean, and safe environment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate and at least three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required licenses and approvals from the appropriate gaming authority.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe certification.
• Ability to obtain a state-issued alcoholic beverage license.
• Knowledge of sanitation practices, food safety regulations, cleaning procedures, and safe chemical handling.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to supervise, coach, mentor, and motivate a team.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, labor, inventory, and multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail, accountability, adaptability, and commitment to teamwork and service excellence.
• Ability to operate commercial kitchen and cleaning equipment safely.
• Ability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform frequent bending and kneeling.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in a variety of environments, including climate-controlled offices and casino floors with exposure to secondhand smoke and crowd noise.

About Us

Do you like jobs that rock? Are you fun and highly motivated? Do you like to take on team-based challenges and deliver high-quality work? If so, then you may be a great candidate for our Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa team!

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is Oklahoma's premier gaming and resort destination. This award-winning resort features 2,600+ electronic, poker and table games, 35,000+ square feet of ultramodern meeting and convention space, an 18-hole championship golf course, multiple food and entertainment venues, and a 2,700-seat event center. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa is the flag ship of Cherokee Nation Businesses' hospitality division.

Here's what awaits you:

• Health & Wellness: Choose from top-notch health plans, 24/7 Telemedicine access , and on-site health clinics (at select locations).
• Financial Security: Grow your future with a generous 401(k) match and paid vacation, sick time, bereavement, and holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible spending accounts , maternity/ paternity leave , and voluntary benefits for added peace of mind.
• And More: Earn incentives based on performance, refer friends and get rewarded, and enjoy discounts and holiday appreciation gifts .

About the Team

Immerse Yourself in World-Class Hospitality with Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Thrill, excitement, and entertainment await at Cherokee Nation Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful tribal businesses in the country . As the gaming and hospitality business of the Cherokee Nation, CNE owns and operate a diverse portfolio of leading brands, including Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tulsa, nine Cherokee Casinos across Northeastern Oklahoma, and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss.

Step into a world of possibilities:

Gain experience delivering exhilarating gaming across electronic games, table games, and poker rooms .

Help deliver legendary live entertainment from national and local acts at iconic venues like Hard Rock Live.

Master your culinary craft at our diverse restaurants, from casual to upscale dining. Deliver smiles and unforgettable experiences, becoming a master of guest service and table-side magic.

Help guests unwind in luxurious hotel accommodations and world-class amenities like pools, cabanas, and golf courses.

More than just entertainment, we are committed to the well-being of the Cherokee Nation and the communities that it calls home . We offer exceptional career opportunities with competitive benefits and a chance to be part of something truly special.

Company:Cherokee Nation Entertainment

Job Info

• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Catoosa - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino (OK) (On-site)