Stewarding Lead & Sous Chef — Elevate Culinary Ops

Northwood Hospitality LLC; Islamorada (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical Insurance

PTO

Disability Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet Insurance

Employee Discounts

FSAs/HSA

Life Insurance

Job summary

Cheeca Lodge & Spa in Islamorada, FL, seeks a Stewarding Manager/Sous Chef to lead the stewarding team and assist in kitchen operations, ensuring sanitation and organization meet the highest standards.

The role combines management of stewarding staff, inventory, and event prep with daily kitchen support. This is a prestigious resort environment offering growth, competitive benefits, and opportunities to impact banquets and food & beverage operations.

Qualifications

• Management experience as a Sous Chef or Steward Manager.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Steward Manager with dish machines, burnishers, steam cleaners, dishware handling and floor maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and oversee the stewarding team.
• Ensure proper storage and cleaning of rolling stock, racks, silverware, and dishwashing operations.
• Organize BEOs and ensure kitchen and banquet equipment is prepared for guest events.
• Maintain inventory of F&B equipment, including silverware, glassware, and other equipment.
• Set up, break down, and maintain F&B areas.
• Recruit, hire, and retain stewarding staff.
• Ensure floors are swept, mopped, and free of spills.
• Clean all kitchen and F&B public areas, including walls, sinks, racks, floormats, and disposal areas.
• Clean and maintain kitchen and F&B equipment on a set schedule or as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Implement and maintain a trash clearance system, ensuring all trash is emptied, containers washed, and returned to the kitchen at the end of each shift.

Skills

Sous Chef

Steward Manager

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cheeca Lodge & Spa in Islamorada, FL, seeks a Stewarding Manager/Sous Chef to lead the stewarding team and assist in kitchen operations, ensuring sanitation and organization meet the highest standards.

The role combines management of stewarding staff, inventory, and event prep with daily kitchen support. This is a prestigious resort environment offering growth, competitive benefits, and opportunities to impact banquets and food & beverage operations.