Steward

Sodexo; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Sodexo at Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis is hiring a Steward to support food service operations, maintaining a clean, safe back-of-house environment. The role covers sanitation, warewashing, equipment care, and overall cleanliness to support restaurants, banquets, concessions, and catering services.

You will work under the Steward Supervisor or culinary leadership, with shifts varying by unit and event needs, and opportunities to grow within Sodexo’s benefits and training programs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in stewarding, sanitation, or food service support roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Open and close sanitation procedures for food service areas.
• Organize and properly store equipment, supplies, and service ware.
• Handle waste, recycling, and grease removal per procedures.
• Maintain floors, drains, and work surfaces to cleanliness and safety standards.
• Frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 40 pounds.
• Attend work and show for scheduled shift on time with regularity.
• Other duties may be assigned based on client requirements.

Skills

Sanitation

Food service support

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Steward

Location: INDIANA CONVENTION CENTER - 93128001

Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open availability preferred). More details will be provided during the interview process.

Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Pay Range: $17.75 per hour - $17.75 per hour

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater because we believe our everyday actions have a big impact. You belong in a company that allows you to act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

As a Steward at Sodexo, you will support food service operations by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized back‑of‑house environment. This role is responsible for sanitation, warewashing, equipment care, and overall cleanliness of the kitchen and service support areas. Stewards play a critical role in supporting restaurants, banquets, concessions, premium services, and catering operations by ensuring workspaces are properly maintained and ready for service.

Stewards work under the direction of the Steward Supervisor or culinary leadership and support daily operations as well as event‑driven service demands. Responsibilities may vary based on unit size, service models, and operational needs.

Responsibilities include:

• Support opening and closing sanitation procedures for food service areas.
• Assist with organization and proper storage of equipment, supplies, and service ware.
• Handle waste, recycling, and grease removal in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintain floors, drains, and work surfaces to meet cleanliness and safety standards.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 40 pounds.
• Attends work and shows for scheduled shift on time with satisfactory regularity
• Other duties may be assigned and can differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements.

What You Bring:

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Previous experience in stewarding, sanitation, or food service support roles preferred.

Link to full Job description (https://sodexo.paradox.ai/QBP1yYJh)

What We Offer:

Flexible and supportive work environment, so you can be home for life’s important moments.

Access to ongoing training/development and advancement opportunities to turn your job into a career

Full array of benefits that support you and your family’s wellbeing, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 401k, discount programs, and more.

In addition to Sodexo’s standard, some locations may offer additional site‑specific benefits, including free “shift” meals (and/or allowances/per diems), uniforms, safety shoes, public transportation support and/or parking.

Link to benefits summary (https://sodexo.paradox.ai/YCm68RiJ)

Sodexo strives to offer comprehensive summaries of our benefits packages and detailed descriptions of the positions candidates are applying for. However, due to the contractual nature of our business, some job duties and employee benefits may vary based on the unit/work location. We encourage you to discuss any questions about Sodexo’s benefit offerings during the interview process.

Who we are:

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace culture and belonging as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.