Kitchen Steward: Fast-Paced, Team-First Support

Sonesta International Hotels; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Educational Assistance

Hotel Discounts

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels is seeking a Steward to keep kitchen and Food & Beverage operations clean, organized, and safe across restaurants, banquets, catering, and events. You'll work as part of a fast-paced hospitality team, ensuring proper dishwashing, storage, and sanitation, while supporting culinary and events teams.

We value reliability, teamwork, and a positive service attitude. A high school diploma is preferred; flexible shifts include mornings, days, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including mornings, weekends and holidays.
• Previous stewarding, dishwashing, kitchen or hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, sanitation, organization and safety.

Responsibilities

• Wash, clean, sanitize, and store dishes, glassware, and kitchenware.
• Maintain cleanliness across kitchens, dish areas, and banquet spaces.
• Support with waste removal, deep cleaning, and sanitation standards.
• Operate dishwashing equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with banquet setup and breakdown as needed.
• Monitor supplies and communicate needs to leadership.
• Collaborate with Culinary, Banquets, and F&B teams to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Cleanliness

Flexibility

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishwashing machines

Safety equipment

Job description

Sonesta International Hotels is seeking a Steward to keep kitchen and Food & Beverage operations clean, organized, and safe across restaurants, banquets, catering, and events. You'll work as part of a fast-paced hospitality team, ensuring proper dishwashing, storage, and sanitation, while supporting culinary and events teams.

We value reliability, teamwork, and a positive service attitude. A high school diploma is preferred; flexible shifts include mornings, days, weekends and holidays.