Stewarding Lead: Drive Kitchen Cleanliness & Team

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary hotel room nights

Discounted room rates

Bereavement and jury duty pay

Vacation, sick, and new child leave

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401K with employer match

Employee stock purchase plan

Complimentary meals

Competitive wages

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Houston in downtown Houston is seeking a Stewarding Lead to maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and stewarding areas while guiding the team to deliver exceptional service. You will support sanitation, safety, and daily operations in collaboration with Culinary, Food & Beverage, and Banquet teams.

The role requires prior stewarding or hospitality leadership experience, physical stamina to stand and lift, and a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends,

Qualifications

• Previous stewarding or hospitality supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Willing to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Professional demeanor and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support stewarding colleagues in maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout kitchen, dishwashing, storage, and food preparation areas
• Oversee the cleaning, sanitizing, and proper storage of dishes, glassware, flatware, cookware, and kitchen equipment
• Assign daily tasks and provide guidance to stewarding colleagues to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to Hyatt standards
• Coordinate with Culinary and Banquet teams to ensure dishware, glassware, utensils, equipment, and supplies are available and ready for service and special events
• Monitor stewarding operations to ensure compliance with sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety standards
• Assist with training colleagues on cleaning procedures, chemical handling, equipment use, and safe work practicesMonitor inventory levels of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and stewarding equipment and communicate replenishment needs
• Ensure proper waste disposal and recycling practices while maintaining clean and clutter-free work areas
• Identify and report maintenance, sanitation, and safety concerns in a timely manner
• Support banquet setup and breakdown needs and assist with post-event cleanup operations
• Promote Hyatt's Culture of Care through teamwork, professionalism, and attention to detail

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Communication

Hospitality experience

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Time management

Job description

Hyatt Regency Houston in downtown Houston is seeking a Stewarding Lead to maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen and stewarding areas while guiding the team to deliver exceptional service. You will support sanitation, safety, and daily operations in collaboration with Culinary, Food & Beverage, and Banquet teams.

The role requires prior stewarding or hospitality leadership experience, physical stamina to stand and lift, and a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends,