Steward

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA with Match

401(k) Match

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Education Assistance

Hotel Discounts

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Sonesta International Hotels in Houston seeks a dedicated Steward to support our culinary and Food & Beverage teams. The role emphasizes cleanliness, proper sanitization, and efficient operation of dishwashing equipment. Flexible shifts and a fast-paced environment are expected.

You will work with the culinary team to maintain high hygiene standards, assist with banquets, and ensure guest satisfaction through clean, organized back-of-house operations. Training in safety protocols is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules including mornings, days, weekends and holidays.
• Must have a Food Handlers Certificate.
• Previous stewarding/dishwashing or hospitality experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, sanitation and safety standards.
• Teamwork and clear communication with Culinary and F&B teams.
• Willingness to follow operational procedures consistently.
• Flexible availability including evenings and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Wash, clean, sanitize and store dishes, glassware, silverware and cookware.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across kitchens and dish areas.
• Support kitchen and banquet teams by ensuring clean equipment is available.
• Assist with waste removal, floor cleaning and sanitation tasks.
• Operate dishwashers and stewarding equipment safely and effectively.
• Follow food safety regulations and hotel safety procedures at all times.
• Assist with banquet setup and breakdown as needed.
• Monitor supply levels and communicate inventory needs to leadership.
• Contribute to a clean, safe kitchen environment for culinary teams.

Skills

Flexible scheduling

Teamwork

Attention to cleanliness

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

We’re People People. Are you?

We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast ).

With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.

But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

What this role is all about

The Steward works with the culinary team to clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, the kitchen and other kitchen equipment, in accordance with time, product and placement standards to ensure total guest satisfaction.

What you’ll be doing

• Wash, clean, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, silverware, cookware, kitchen utensils, and Food & Beverage equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across kitchens, dish areas, storage rooms, banquet spaces, and back-of-house operations.
• Support kitchen and banquet teams by ensuring clean equipment and supplies are available throughout service periods.
• Assist with waste removal, recycling, floor cleaning, deep cleaning tasks, and maintaining sanitation standards across Food & Beverage operations.
• Operate dishwashing machines and stewarding equipment safely and effectively.
• Follow food safety regulations, sanitation standards, HACCP guidelines, OSHA requirements, and hotel safety procedures at all times.
• Help organize and store china, glassware, silverware, cookware, and banquet equipment properly.
• Assist with banquet setup and breakdown support as needed for meetings, events, weddings, and catering functions.
• Monitor cleaning supply levels and communicate inventory or maintenance needs to leadership.
• Support a clean, safe, organized, and efficient kitchen environment for culinary and Food & Beverage teams.
• Work collaboratively with Culinary, Banquets, and Food & Beverage teams to support smooth daily operations and guest satisfaction.
• Help create a positive and team-oriented workplace aligned with Sonesta’s People People culture.
• Any other duties as assigned.

What great looks like

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules: morning and day shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Must have a Food Handlers Certificate
• Previous stewarding, dishwashing, kitchen, restaurant, banquet, hotel, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality and kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, sanitation, organization, and safety standards.
• Ability to operate dishwashing equipment and stewarding tools safely and effectively.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills with a positive, service-focused attitude.
• Dependable, proactive, and able to follow operational procedures consistently.
• Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed in hospitality operations.
• A passion for hospitality, teamwork, cleanliness, and supporting exceptional guest experiences behind the scenes.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

How we reward you

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.

Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Educational Assistance
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts (yes, you’ll want to use these )
• Additional Perks & Employee Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.