Kitchen Steward

BENCHMARK; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is hiring a Kitchen Steward at the Houston Marriott Westchase area. The role supports the kitchen by washing dishes, maintaining sanitation, and assisting the kitchen team in a fast-paced hotel environment.

The position is full-time, on-site, with shifts that include mornings and evenings and weekends. Entry-level opportunity with potential for growth in hospitality operations at a premier property.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a kitchen steward in a full-service hotel or restaurant.
• Able to work any day, including weekends and holidays.
• Strong work ethic with ability to work well in a team.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate large commercial dishwasher and sanitize dishes promptly.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and back-of-house areas.
• Assist with basic kitchen tasks and follow safety guidelines.
• Report safety or maintenance concerns promptly.
• Support other departments as needed.

Skills

Kitchen Steward

Teamwork

Weekend availability

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property

The Houston Marriott Westchase is one of the largest full-service Marriott hotels in Houston. As a premier business-friendly and event-focused property, we offer over 604 guest rooms, with more than 43,000 square feet of event space, as well as the Republic Grill Restaurant, the Republic Lounge for evening cocktails, and an on-site Starbucks for a quick grab‑and‑go coffee located inside our Gift Shop. We are conveniently located in the Westchase District, just 3 miles south of Memorial City Mall, off of Beltway 8 and Westheimer. Our prime location and our friendly and positive atmosphere make us an ideal place for guests — as well as employees! Find out today what a career at the Houston Marriott Westchase with Pyramid Global Hospitality can mean for you!

What you will have an opportunity to do

We are looking for an energetic, cooperative and detail-oriented individual to join our kitchen culinary team! The ideal Kitchen Steward works well with others and is highly dependent, and able to manage high-pressure situations in a fast‑paced environment. This is an excellent entry‑level position for someone who has restaurant dishwashing experience that is looking to make a long‑term career in the hotel industry!

Position Summary

The Kitchen Steward plays a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment to support service operations. This role is responsible for dishwashing, sanitation, waste removal, and assisting with basic kitchen support tasks while adhering to all health, safety, and sanitation standards. This is a Full‑Time position, working 5 days a week, and requires ability to work any day of the week, either morning or evening shifts, including weekends and holidays. Typical schedule will include 2 Morning shifts, and 3 Evening shifts, and will change weekly based on business demands.

Specific responsibilities

• Operate large commercial dishwasher equipment to wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, and pans in a timely and efficient manner.
• Hand Scrub pots and pans; Burnish, de‑tarnish, and polish silver.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen and back‑of‑house areas.
• Remove trash and food waste according to safety standards.
• Ensure that all kitchen equipment and supplies are properly cleaned, stored, and maintained.
• Assist kitchen staff with basic support tasks as needed.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety guidelines.
• Report safety or maintenance concerns promptly.
• This list is not all inclusive, additional job functions will be shared during interviews.
• All associates are expected to perform any other duties as requested by management to support other departments and/or operational requirements.

What are we looking for

• Previous experience as a kitchen steward in a full‑service hotel, restaurant, or similar food service environment that uses large commercial cleaning equipment, is desired.
• Availability to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
• Strong work ethic with ability to work well in a team and effectively communicate with staff.
• Ability to adapt to changing demands and priorities in a fast‑paced environment and respond with a sense of urgency when needed.
• Moving food, equipment, carts, and tubs up to 50 lbs. frequently, throughout shift, to perform essential job functions.
• Frequent and repeated lifting, extending arms fully, reaching, twisting, pulling, bending, stooping and climbing up/down small ladder for duration of shift is required.
• Able to work in varying temperature and noise level, including exposure to hot surfaces, steam and loud commercial cleaning equipment.
• Moving through‑out entire kitchen and outside trash disposal areas for duration of shift.
• Capable of remaining in a standing position, either stationary or walking, for duration of shift.
• Ability to observe and adhere to all Health and Safety regulations and company guidelines for food handling, cross‑contamination protocols, and sanitation.

Professional Licenses/Certifications

Food Handler Certification

Compensation

$ - $

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.

About our company

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.