Steward/Dishwasher

Virginia Guesthouse Hotel & Conference Center; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Guesthouse is seeking a dedicated Steward to join our kitchen team. You will help maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary environment and support culinary and food service staff to deliver exceptional guest experiences from day one. The role rewards teamwork, safety, and initiative.

Ideal candidates have housekeeping experience, a friendly demeanor, and the stamina to stand and move throughout shifts. We offer competitive hourly wages and a welcoming, guest‑focused culture.

Qualifications

• Housekeeping experience desirable.
• Engaging and pleasant personality.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Effective communication with team and guests.
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Interact with team members to create a positive work environment.
• Maintain daily sanitation log for dish machine and pot wash.
• Ensure work areas are clean and ready for use.
• Lead recycling of cardboard and other green initiatives.
• Conserve energy and water; report leaks to supervisor.
• Prioritize safety in high-traffic areas to prevent accidents.
• Use proper dish and glass racks to prevent damage.
• Clean and sanitize equipment during slow periods to stay organized.
• Learn different kitchen tasks and develop new skills.
• Be ready to assist in other areas when needed.
• Engage guests and teammates with a genuine smile.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Friendly personality

Time management

Stand for long periods

Effective communication

Lift 25 lbs

Tools

Vacuum

Mop

Spray bottles

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands‑on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long‑term partnerships.

About Our Property

Welcome to the Virginia Guesthouse

Opening in April 2026, the Virginia Guesthouse is a 214-room hotel featuring 25,000 square feet of conference and event space located on the beautiful Grounds of the University of Virginia. Making its debut in the spirited WAHOO community, the Guesthouse will offer a vibrant and inspiring setting for guests, conference attendees, faculty, and students alike.

We’re building a team that’s as welcoming and dynamic as the guests we’ll serve. Whether you’re an experienced hospitality professional or just starting your career, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact in a supportive, people‑first environment.

If you’re passionate about hospitality and ready to shape the guest experience from day one, join us—and be part of something special at the Virginia Guesthouse.

#PGH-VGH

What You Will Have An Opportunity To Do

We are looking for individuals with great attention to detail to join our kitchen team as a Steward. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic and tremendous attention to detail, in the care they take in maintaining the cleanliness of the hotel’s kitchen areas. This role truly is part of the “Heart of the House” and provides key services for culinary and food service teams so they can provide great service to our guests.

Are you ready to start a rewarding career, where you can Be the Difference in our guests stay and you can make a difference in your career, then look no further then Benchmark Hospitality.

Your Role

• You will have the opportunity to interact with team members and create a positive and upbeat work environment
• You will maintain a daily sanitation log for both dish machine and manual pot wash sink
• You will ensure the work areas are left ready and communicate any items that are not ready
• You will lead our Green initiatives by properly recycling all cardboard using the compactor
• You will also be energy conscious and turn off lights when not in use keeps water faucets turned off and reports any leaks to a supervisor
• You will be a key player in safety by paying close attention to specific high traffic areas to avoid accidents, slips, trips, and falls
• You will use proper dish and glass racks to ensure proper cleaning and avoid chips, cracks, or breakage of small wares
• You will use your time wisely and proactively clean and sanitize all equipment in slow times to maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary environment
• You will have the opportunity to learn different tasks within the kitchen and develop new skills
• You will be part of a team and be able to assist in other areas when business levels dictate
• You will provide a genuine level of engagement with all guests and fellow crew members with a sincere smile

What are we looking for?

• Someone with housekeeping experience desirable
• Someone who has an engaging and pleasant personality who likes to meet new people
• Someone who knows how to use their time wisely to accomplish tasks
• Someone with the ability to work on feet for an extended period
• Someone who can communicate effectively
• Someone who has the ability to move, traverse, position self to reach corners on floors and high places; observe conditions, detect odors, position and navigate carts weighing up to 100 lbs in tight spaces; operate equipment including spray bottles, vacuums, mops, brooms, dust pans, scrub pads and dusters.
• Someone who is comfortable to lift, carry and position loads of at least 25lbs.

Compensation

$18.00

$18.50

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.