Stewarding Lead - FT

Hyatt Regency; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary 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 employee meals

Direct deposit

Competitive wages

Job summary

Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown is seeking a Stewarding Lead to maintain cleanliness and organization across kitchen, dishwashing, and stewarding areas while leading the stewarding team. This role collaborates with Food & Beverage, Culinary, and Banquet teams to ensure readiness, sanitation, and a safe work environment.

You will guide daily tasks, uphold Hyatt standards, and contribute to efficient banquet operations, demonstrating leadership, reliability, and a proactive approach to guest

Qualifications

• Leadership role in stewarding or kitchen or hospitality settings.
• Experience guiding a team to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support stewarding colleagues in maintaining cleanliness and organization across kitchen, dishwashing, storage and prep areas
• Oversee cleaning, sanitizing, and proper storage of dishes, glassware, and equipment
• Assign daily tasks and guide stewarding team for efficiency and Hyatt standards
• Coordinate with Culinary and Banquet teams to ensure supplies are ready for service and events
• Monitor operations for sanitation, food safety, and workplace safety compliance
• Assist training on cleaning procedures, chemical handling, and safe practices
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; communicate replenishment needs
• Ensure proper waste disposal and recycling; identify maintenance and safety concerns promptly
• Support banquet setup/breakdown and post-event cleanup
• Promote Hyatt's Culture of Care through teamwork and attention to detail

Skills

Leadership experience

Hospitality background

Communication

Organizational skills

Physical stamina

Job description

Organization

Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown

Summary

Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our team as a Stewarding Lead at Hyatt Regency Houston located in downtown Houston. Not only will you be part of a rock-star team, but you will get to be part of a company that has been named one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For®" by Fortune and Great Place To Work. Hyatt has earned a spot on this prestigious list for 12 consecutive years, making it one of the longest-ranked hospitality brands.

Hyatt colleagues work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, or a supportive work environment, if you are ready for this challenge, then we are ready for you.

Hyatt has a very competitive benefit package for colleagues, which may include:

• Complimentary hotel room nights at Hyatt hotels world-wide
• Unlimited colleague and friends & family discounted room rates at Hyatt hotels world-wide
• Bereavement and jury duty pay
• Vacation, sick, and new child leave
• Medical, dental and vision Insurance, discounted prescriptions, life and disability insurance, flexible spending account,
• Retirement Savings Plan option (401K) with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Complimentary employee meals
• Direct deposit
• Competitive wages

The Stewarding Lead is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of all kitchen, dishwashing, and stewarding areas while providing day-to-day leadership and support to the stewarding team. This role plays a key part in ensuring the proper cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen equipment, utensils, dishware, glassware, and food preparation areas while supporting efficient culinary and banquet operations. The Stewarding Lead works closely with Food & Beverage, Culinary, and Banquet teams to ensure operational readiness, uphold sanitation standards, and maintain a safe and organized work environment.

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 practices
• Monitor 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 areasli>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

Qualifications

• Prior stewarding, kitchen, food and beverage, or hospitality experience preferred
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Self-starting personality with a professional demeanor and positive attitude
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, colleagues, and leadership
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Must be willing to pitch in and assist coworkers with operational needs
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to lift, pull, and push a moderate to heavy amount of weight, minimum of 50 pounds
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business requires

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.