Steward

OTH Hotels Resorts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

OTH Hotels Resorts is seeking a dedicated Steward to uphold cleanliness and sanitation in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. This role is essential to support culinary teams by keeping cookware, utensils, and equipment clean, organized, and ready for service.

Responsibilities include maintaining sanitation standards, assisting kitchen staff during service, and ensuring safe storage of cleaning supplies. A high school diploma and experience in food service are preferred; no travel is required,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience as a kitchen steward, dishwasher, or in a food service setting is preferred; experience handling cleaning chemicals is required.

Responsibilities

• Wash all pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment thoroughly and efficiently.
• Ensure all items are free of food residue, grease, and smoke stains before storage.
• Maintain cleanliness of floors, counters, trash receptacles, and workstations throughout the shift.
• Follow all sanitation procedures and health code requirements consistently.
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with cleaning and organizational needs during service.
• Ensure timely availability of clean kitchen tools and equipment.
• Support overall kitchen workflow by maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• Properly store cleaned items in designated areas in an organized manner.
• Maintain dishwashing and stewarding areas in a clean and efficient condition.
• Ensure chemicals and cleaning supplies are used and stored safely.
• Handle cleaning chemicals and detergents safely and according to guidelines.
• Follow all workplace safety procedures and sanitation standards.
• Report any safety hazards, equipment issues, or maintenance needs promptly.

Skills

Work ethic

Reliability

Sanitation

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Safety

Education

High school diploma

Job description

At OTH Hotels Resorts, our team is our number one asset. We strive to create a safe, positive, uplifting work environment for all and a culture that ignites a long-term career passion for hospitality and service. Our shared purpose is to be the Heart of Hospitality in the lives of our team members, guests, owners, partners, and communities.

Job Title

Steward

Location

Property-based

Department

F&B General

Property, if applicable

N/A

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Direct Supervisor

Executive Chef/

F&B Manager

Job Overview

The Steward is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of all kitchen and food preparation areas. This role ensures that all cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment are properly cleaned, stored, and readily available to support efficient kitchen operations. The Steward plays a critical support role to the culinary team by maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant working environment.

This position operates in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment with constant standing and frequent physical activity, including lifting, washing, and handling equipment. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, dependability, and the ability to consistently meet sanitation standards.

Job Responsibilities

Cleaning & Sanitation

• Wash all pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment thoroughly and efficiently
• Ensure all items are free of food residue, grease, and smoke stains before storage
• Maintain cleanliness of floors, counters, trash receptacles, and workstations throughout the shift
• Follow all sanitation procedures and health code requirements consistently

Kitchen Support

• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with cleaning and organizational needs during service
• Ensure timely availability of clean kitchen tools and equipment
• Support overall kitchen workflow by maintaining a clean and orderly environment

Organization & Maintenance

• Properly store cleaned items in designated areas in an organized manner
• Maintain dishwashing and stewarding areas in a clean and efficient condition
• Ensure chemicals and cleaning supplies are used and stored safely

Safety & Compliance

• Handle cleaning chemicals and detergents safely and according to guidelines
• Follow all workplace safety procedures and sanitation standards
• Report any safety hazards, equipment issues, or maintenance needs promptly

Job Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Prior experience as a kitchen steward, dishwasher, or in a food service setting is preferred; experience handling cleaning chemicals is required.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong work ethic with a high level of reliability and dependability
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge of proper cleaning techniques and sanitation standards
• Ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail in cleaning and storage processes
• Ability to support kitchen staff and respond to changing needs during service
• Good organizational skills to maintain an efficient workspace
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Certifications: None required (food safety knowledge preferred).

Travel required: No travel required; position is fully property-based.

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing on hard kitchen floors in a busy, high-noise environment
• Frequent walking, bending, reaching, balancing, pushing/pulling, and use of manual and gross motor skills
• Occasional crawling, crouching, and kneeling
• Frequent lifting and carrying of items up to 50 lbs.
• Continuous use of eye-hand coordination for cleaning and handling equipment

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in evaluating applications, including screening and ranking candidates based on job-related qualifications. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.