Executive Steward

UCLA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UC Benefits

Job summary

The Luskin Conference Center at UCLA is seeking an Executive Steward to oversee cleaning and sanitation operations across Plateia restaurant, Luskin Banquets, and UCLA Catering. You will manage dish rooms, schedules, inventory, and safety compliance, while mentoring supervisors and stewards to deliver high standards of guest service.

Responsibilities include implementing SOPs, coordinating with the executive chef and hotel manager, and ensuring efficient daily operations in a demanding,

Qualifications

• 3+ years Experience in executive steward role in high-volume restaurant, catering, or hotel F&B operation (Required)
• 2+ years Experience in large-scale F&B operation with storage (Required)
• 2+ years Experience in hotel F&B management (Preferred)
• Ability to lead and motivate team to deliver top customer service (Required)
• Proficient with standard business software and hospitality software (Required)
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety rules as they apply to production, storage, and service (Required)
• Ability to read, understand, and speak English to perform duties (Required)
• Ability to work with diverse populations respectfully (Required)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills (Required)
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen cleaning methods and equipment (Required)
• Ability to operate a commercial dishwasher (Required)

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, coordination, and organization of cleaning and sanitation for Plateia, Luskin Banquets, and UCLA Catering
• Manage dish rooms, cleaning schedules, and employee schedules
• Reconcile inventory for non-food items monthly and report issues to executive chef and hotel manager
• Onboard, train, and supervise multiple supervisors and stewards
• Assist with serving customers and food preparation as needed
• Ensure health department and UCLA SOP compliance and implement updated policies

Skills

Executive steward leadership

Team leadership

Sanitation compliance

Food and beverage operations

English proficiency

Reading ability

Communication

Inventory control

Education

CA noncommercial Class C License

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Hospitality sales software

Job description

Department Summary

The Luskin Conference Center (LCC) is a 300,000-square-foot, 7-story property on the UCLA campus. The LCC is comprised of 254 guest rooms, approximately 25,000 square feet of meeting space, a 160-seat restaurant, a fitness center, and a business center. The LCC is an academic meeting and conference destination supporting UCLA's education and research mission. The Luskin Conference Center is a no-tipping environment.

Department Summary

The Luskin Conference Center (LCC) is a 300,000-square-foot, 7-story property on the UCLA campus. The LCC is comprised of 254 guest rooms, approximately 25,000 square feet of meeting space, a 160-seat restaurant, a fitness center, and a business center. The LCC is an academic meeting and conference destination supporting UCLA's education and research mission. The Luskin Conference Center is a no-tipping environment.

Position Summary

The Executive Steward is responsible for overseeing the development, coordination, implementation, and organization of cleaning and sanitation efforts for Plateia restaurant, Luskin Banquets, and UCLA Catering. Operating areas include but are not limited to kitchens, walk-ins, hallways, server stations, satellite kitchens, hotel break hubs, Luskin loading dock, Luskin Banquets and UCLA Caterings events, and Plateia restaurant dining room. Daily operational duties include conducting random and consistent spot checks to state health department and UCLA standard operating procedures, developing, updating, and implementing departmental policies, reporting issues to the executive chef and hotel manager, and manage dish rooms, cleaning schedules, and employee schedules. They will reconcile inventory for non-food items on a monthly basis and represent Luskin at safety meetings. The executive steward is responsible for the onboarding, training, and supervision of multiple supervisors and stewards (FTE, per diem, and limited appointments). They must also assist with serving customers, food preparation, cleaning, and other duties as assigned.

Salary & Compensation

• UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years Experience working in an executive steward role in a high-volume restaurant, catering, or hotel food and beverage operation (Required)
• 2+ years Experience working in a large-scale food and beverage operation with product and equipment storage (Required)
• 2+ years Experience working in a hotel food and beverage management role (Preferred)
• Ability to effectively manage, direct, and motivate team members to obtain the highest possible level of customer service and client satisfaction (Required)
• Proficient skill using standard business software (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite), food service applications and software, and hospitality sales software (Required)
• Knowledge of the rules and procedures of sanitation and safety as they apply to production, storage, and service within a food establishment (Required)
• Ability to read, understand, and speak English sufficient to determine and carry out job duties (Required)
• Ability to engage with diverse populations in a respectful and culturally responsive manner (Required)
• Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a team (Required)
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic calculations necessary to use commercial cleaning products safely (Required)
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods (Required)
• Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures for both personal and public safety (Required)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills skills to plan daily work schedules (Required)
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen cleaning methods, materials, and equipment (Required)
• Ability to operate a commercial dishwasher (Required)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Must possess, upon hire, and maintain a valid CA noncommercial Class C License in accordance with the California (CA) Department of Motor Vehicles. (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
• Driving Record: The position is subject to the California DMV "Pull Notice System" and continued employment is contingent upon proof of a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when business needs dictate (Required)
• Drive University vehicles, such as electric carts and trucks (Required)

Schedule

Variable

Union/Policy Covered

99-Policy Covered

Complete Position Description

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