Steward

Hotel Equities; Santa Barbara (CA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same-day pay

Employee Assistance Program

Free daily meals

Team-driven culture

Job summary

Hotel Equities, a renowned hospitality management company, seeks a Steward/Dishwasher for the Mar Monte Hotel in Santa Barbara, CA. The role focuses on prompt food service, maintaining a clean dining area, and assisting in the kitchen to support guest experiences.

Position requires a high school diploma and experience with major brands. Teamwork, strong communication, and flexibility to work nights and weekends are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality or food service is a plus.
• Familiarity with guest service standards and safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests with a smile and positive attitude.
• Prepare and present items, keep service area clean and organized.
• Ensure accurate orders reach tables promptly and professionally.
• Assist with setting tables and rearranging for larger parties.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in kitchen and dining areas.
• Follow all hotel SOPs and health codes.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Reading & writing

Basic math

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Pay Range

Starting from USD $18.00/Hr.

Job Description

Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a remarkable Steward / Dishwasher for the Mar Monte Hotel in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA.

Job Purpose

Under general supervision, provides prompt and courteous food service to restaurant customers. Warm, knowledgeable service and helpful guidance reassure guests they’ve made the right choice to stay with us.

• Responsible for greeting every guest with a smile and positive attitude
• Prepare and present items, organize and maintain a clean service area, clean tables and area, and follow all health codes.
• Ensures that all guests are dealt with in a professional, consistent manner. Ability to diplomatically handle difficult situations and people.
• Take guests' food and drink orders and ensure that all orders are accurate and brought to each table in a timely manner
• Assist with setting tables and rearranging tables to accommodate larger parties
• Provide a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with safety programs, Health
• Department requirements, and job safety analysis.
• Maintain and enforce sanitation laws and safety standards with anyone entering the kitchen and restaurant area.
• Follow all applicable Company Standard Operating Procedures

Qualifications and Requirements

High School diploma /Secondary qualification or equivalent.

Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Wyndham or Hyatt processes and standards.

This job requires the ability to perform the following

• All associates must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per Company Standards
• Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position. Associates with irregular attendance will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
• Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel. In addition, attendance at all scheduled training sessions and meetings are required.
• Upon employment, all associates are required to fully comply with the Company’s rules and regulations for the safe and effective operation of the hotel facilities. Associates who violate hotel rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment

Other

• Being passionate about people and service.
• Strong communication skills are essential when interacting with guests and employees.
• Reading and writing abilities are used often when completing paperwork, logging issues/complaints/requests/ information updates, etc.
• Basic math skills are used frequently when handling cash or credit.
• Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, and training abilities are often used.
• Have the ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and/or holidays

Amazing Benefits At A Glance

• Team Driven and Values Based Culture
• Same-day pay available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Daily Meals