Full Time Steward

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonesta Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a Full Time Steward to maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas and related utilities in line with Sonesta standards. The role includes cleaning pots, pans, silverware, sweeping floors, and assisting with food delivery for catered events.

Candidates should have good reading comprehension, the ability to follow safety guidelines, and be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs. Weekend and holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in all kitchen areas.

Responsibilities

• Cleans all kitchen areas, including pots, pans, silver items and platters.
• Sweeps and mops floors at scheduled times and as needed.
• Cleans worktables and refrigerators continually.
• Delivers food for catered functions in a timely manner.
• Adheres to Sonesta sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Participates in guest service with a friendly, professional attitude.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Guest service orientation

Reading comprehension

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Stamina and physical endurance

Job description

## Full Time StewardApplylocations: Sonesta Fort Lauderdale, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-0073685**We’re Sonesta International Hotels.** The 8th largest hotel company in the U.S.—and growing fast.An epic blend of full-service and focused hotels in major cities, Sonesta’s uniquely diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties makes us everywhere you want to be. Driven by the human side of hospitality, we deliver service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and experiences that truly connect.**Together We Thrive**—bringing quality, value, and amazing hospitality to every guest, every stay, across 1000+ properties in eight countries and counting.**Job Description Summary**To maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen areas utilities by performing the following duties in accordance with Sonesta Standards.**Job Description****Principal duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:*** Key Job Functions + Cleans all kitchen areas, to include pots, pans, all silver items, silverware, platters, etc., at all times. + Sweeps and mops floors at scheduled times and on a needed basis. + Cleans worktables, mixers, refrigerators, etc., at all times. + Delivers food for catered functions in a timely manner. + Cleans kitchen areas and back of house at all times, daily and nightly. + Adheres to all Sonesta Sanitation and Safety Guidelines.* Deliver Passionate & Engaging Service to our Guests + You will be passionate and truly engaged in taking care of our guests, recognizing individual guests and anticipating their unique needs in order to exceed their expectations + You will consistently deliver our GUEST model: - **G**reet or welcome everyone, warmly with a smile - **U**se eye and ear contact and guest’s name - **E**stablish/anticipate needs - **S**olve and own all requests/complaints - **T**hank everyone* Build solid relationship with your Colleagues + Treat colleagues with respect and dignity* Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. The employee is expected to work in other areas of the hotel when needed to assist operations to perform job duties not necessarily contained in this job description.**Qualifications and Skills**A candidate for this position must possess the following applicable knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to demonstrate and provide applicable examples to support his/her competency.* Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.* Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions.* Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.* The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.* Track record of delivering exceptional guest or client experience.* Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time for training and safety purposes, and when interacting with guests and associates.* Strong communication skills.* Appropriate professional appearance and demeanor.* Must be able to work weekends and holdiays.**Additional Job Information/Anticipated****Pay Range****Benefits**Sonesta recognizes that benefits play a vital role in helping ensure the health and financial security of employees and their families. We offer a variety of benefits to our employees including:* Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance* Health Savings Account with Company Match* 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match* Paid Vacation and Sick Days* Sonesta Hotel Discounts* Educational Assistance* Paid Parental Leave* Company Paid Life Insurance* Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance* Various Employee Perks and Discounts* Hospital Indemnity* Critical Illness Insurance* Accident Insurance**Sonesta is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.****Upon submitting your application, please ensure you complete a full application in addition to attaching a resume. Incomplete applications received will not be considered.**