Head Stewarding & Culinary Operations Leader

Sodexo; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Steward to lead the Stewarding Department at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. You will oversee the dish room, storage areas, and banqueting item distribution while ensuring cleanliness, sanitation, and equipment care.

You’ll guide a diverse team and partner with Culinary Leadership to support food and beverage operations. The role emphasizes people management, direction setting, and resource deployment with accountability for performance and

Qualifications

• Education Requirement: Associate degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 2 years
• Related Experience: 2 years

Responsibilities

• Lead the Stewarding Department and ensure smooth, efficient kitchen support operations
• Maintain top tier standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and workplace safety
• Oversee inventory, storage, and distribution of all non-food service items
• Ensure all Stewarding and Kitchen equipment is properly maintained and functioning
• Support Culinary Leadership and contribute to outstanding guest satisfaction
• Collaborate across departments to meet operational needs and service goals
• Work safely in a fast-paced environment that may involve lifting up to 50 pounds
• Maintain schedule flexibility, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Sodexo is seeking an Executive Steward to lead the Stewarding Department at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, IN. You will oversee the dish room, storage areas, and banqueting item distribution while ensuring cleanliness, sanitation, and equipment care.

You’ll guide a diverse team and partner with Culinary Leadership to support food and beverage operations. The role emphasizes people management, direction setting, and resource deployment with accountability for performance and