Executive Steward

The-National-Wwii-Museum; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Life and Disability Insurance

Accident, Critical Illness, and Health

Identity Theft Protection

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

The National WWII Museum in New Orleans, LA is seeking an experienced Executive Steward to lead all kitchen sanitation, dishwashing, and cleaning operations. You will supervise stewarding staff, manage schedules, and ensure safe handling of chemicals and proper waste removal across events and daily service.

Responsibilities include equipment upkeep, inventory control, deep-clean initiatives, and cross‑department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of stewarding leadership experience.
• Knowledge of health department requirements and sanitation standards.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen sanitation, dishwashing, equipment cleaning and related operations.
• Lead stewarding staff, plan schedules and supervise sanitation functions.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning chemicals, tools and equipment.
• Coordinate waste removal and manage catering equipment return.
• Organize transport and return of catering service equipment.
• Plan and execute rotating deep-cleaning projects.
• Ensure compliance with local health codes, OSHA and SOPs.
• Train stewards in chemical handling, PPE use, and safety procedures.

Skills

Food safety & sanitation

Flexible schedule

Job description

Location:

We are seeking an experienced Executive Steward for The National WWII Museum located in New Orleans, LA.

Unit Description:

The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American Experience in the war that changed the world... why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today... so that all generations will understand the price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn.

The National WWII Museum is now the top-rated tourist destination in New Orleans, TripAdvisor's #3 museum in the country, and an unforgettable way to experience World War II.

Job Overview

The Executive Steward is responsible for overseeing all kitchen and foodservice‑related sanitation, dishwashing, equipment transportation and cleaning operations across The National WWII Museum. The role includes leadership and scheduling of stewarding staff, supervision of all sanitation functions, maintenance of dish machines and cleaning equipment, chemical and supply inventory oversight, coordination of waste removal, support for catering operations, management of cooler/freezer and storage area cleaning, planning and executing deep‑cleaning projects, ensuring safety and compliance, cross‑department communication, reporting and documentation, and emergency response.

Essential Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs for production schedules and cleaning needs.
• Supervise all stewards and stewarding functions including dishwashing, deep cleaning, equipment upkeep, and waste management.
• Create and manage weekly schedules (Two weeks in advance) for all stewards and stewarding supervisors.
• Oversee operation and routine maintenance of the 3 commercial dishwashers.
• Maintain inventory of all cleaning chemicals, tools, and equipment.
• Oversee trash removal from all kitchens and coordinate event waste removal and catering equipment return.
• Organize pulling, transportation, and return of catering service equipment.
• Plan and execute deep cleaning projects on a rotating basis.
• Ensure compliance with local health codes, OSHA, and Sodexo SOPs.
• Train all stewards in safe chemical handling (per SDS sheets), correct use of PPE, equipment operation/maintenance, and emergency procedures.

Qualifications/Skills

• 2+ years of previous stewarding leadership experience within a complex food service environment.
• Strong working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and general workplace safety standards with knowledge of Health Department requirements.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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

Why Join Sodexo Live!?

At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range of industries and events. We bring that same commitment to our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one, additional benefits include:

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Identity Theft Protection
• Adoption Assistance

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.