Steward - Becca Restaurant & Garden, The Historic Cavalier Hotel

Hei Hotels Inc.; Virginia Beach, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental programs

Vision insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with matching

Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs

Hotel room discount programs

Pet insurance

Job summary

HEI Hotels & Resorts, overseeing The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club in Virginia Beach, seeks a Stewarding Assistant to support dishwashing and outlet cleaning tasks. You will help maintain cleanliness in Food & Beverage areas and ensure proper handling of wares and equipment.

Responsibilities include washing, polishing silver, and assisting cooks while maintaining reliable attendance. This on-site role requires physical stamina and strong teamwork within a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of service ware and how to maintain it to complement guest experience.
• Ability to push/pull service carts weighing up to 150 pounds with accommodation.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects up to 200 lbs with accommodation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Sort soiled ware and run it through the dish or pot machine properly.
• Wash ware quickly and replace in storage areas as designated.
• Maintain physical strength and stamina to meet high activity levels.
• Keep dish machine clean and filled with water per standards.
• De-tarnish and polish silverware for proper appearance.
• Assist kitchen staff by cleaning kettles and pots promptly.
• Attend work reliably and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dishwashing

Verbal communication

Written communication

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Job description

About Us

About Us HEI Hotels & Resorts is proud to welcome The Historic Cavalier Hotel and Beach Club, Autograph Collection, to our growing portfolio of distinguished properties. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from Virginia Beach’s North End, this iconic luxury hotel blends historic charm with modern sophistication. Featuring elegantly curated guest rooms, award-winning dining, a luxury spa, on-site bourbon distillery and exceptional service, the property delivers a premier hospitality experience and is recognized as one of the East Coast’s most celebrated coastal destinations. At HEI, we understand that exceptional hotels are built by exceptional people. Our continued success is driven by our associates — the heart of every guest experience. Where people choose to work matters. In return for that choice, we are committed to providing competitive compensation and benefits, industry-leading tools and training, and a culture that empowers growth and excellence. Simply put, we honor the privilege of our associates choosing HEI by investing in them — ensuring they thrive, grow, and elevate every property we serve.

Compensation

Compensation Salary Range: $16.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Tipped/Service Charge Eligible? No Discretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? No

We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.

Position Summary

Assist Stewarding Supervisor and Restaurant Outlets in the cleaning and organizing of the Food and Beverage Outlets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Promptly and carefully sort soiled ware so that it can be put through the dish or pot machine properly.
• Quickly wash all ware and replace in storage areas as designated.
• Physical strength and stamina are essential to this position due to the high activity level.
• Keep dish machine properly cleaned and filled with water per hotel standards.
• Operate burnishing machine to ensure proper finish on silverware.
• De-tarnish and polish silver for proper appearance.
• Clean kettles, tilt skillets, pots and pans promptly and completely so cooks can carry out their work.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge of service ware and how to maintain same in order to complement guest experience.
• Ability to push/pull service carts weighing up to 150 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to transport heavy objects through a crowded room with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 200lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.

Benefits

• For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed.
• Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off.
• HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA.
• For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future.
• Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.

Equal Opportunity Employment

HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.