Kitchen Steward: Hygiene & F&B Ops Champion

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted rooms

Learning programs

Career growth

CSR initiatives

Job summary

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is seeking a dedicated Steward to join the kitchen team. You will maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and back-of-house areas, operate dishwashing equipment, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

The role supports food and beverage operations across venues and events. The hourly position requires physical ability to lift, stand, and work flexible hours including holidays and weekends.

Qualifications

• Previous stewarding experience required.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Flexible schedule including holidays and weekends.
• Ability to think clearly and decide quickly.
• Ability to identify potential sanitation issues.
• Ability to develop and implement preventive procedures.

Responsibilities

• Keep kitchen and back-of-house areas clean, organized, and well maintained.
• Maintain dry and clean floors at all times.
• Operate dish and pot-washing machinery efficiently.
• Keep a hygienic working environment per health regulations and standards.
• Manage waste, recycling, and follow proper disposal procedures.
• Ensure equipment is clean and functioning; report issues promptly.
• Assist in food distribution for venues and events as directed.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of workstations and storage areas.

Skills

Stewarding experience

Lifting 75 lbs

Flexible schedule

Decision making

Problem identification

Procedures implementation

Job description

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is seeking a dedicated Steward to join the kitchen team. You will maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and back-of-house areas, operate dishwashing equipment, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

The role supports food and beverage operations across venues and events. The hourly position requires physical ability to lift, stand, and work flexible hours including holidays and weekends.