Stewarding Manager

Indiana Convention Center; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings & Flexible Spending (FS

Life & Disability Insurance

Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital

Identity Theft Protection

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Sodexo Live! is hiring a Stewarding Manager to oversee the Indiana Convention Center's Stewarding operations in Indianapolis, IN. The role supports the Culinary Operations team and ensures sanitation, inventory control, and staff supervision.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of supervisory experience in a venue-based environment and strong knowledge of food safety and safety standards, with excellent organizational and communication skills to lead a diverse team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a food & beverage, hotel, or venue environment.
• Previous stewarding or kitchen utility experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards; familiarity with Health Department requirements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills to support a diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing Stewarding Department staff to support culinary and food & beverage operations.
• Maintain health, safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards in Stewarding areas.
• Support inventory control, storage, and distribution of supplies; monitor equipment maintenance.
• Train, schedule, and supervise Stewarding team members.
• Aim for 100% customer satisfaction by supporting culinary operations and teamwork.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Food & beverage operations

Stewarding/kitchen utility

Food safety knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Job Listing: Stewarding Manager

At Sodexo Live!, we take pride in crafting exceptional events at the most prestigious venues on the planet and creating lasting memories for fans, visitors, guests and team members. Working with Sodexo Live! is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. Here, you'll build a career where 'everyday' is anything but normal.

Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring your personality, your background and your desire to delight others. In return, we'll give you all you need to thrive. After giving it all, you'll return home knowing that you've played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.

Location: We are seeking a dedicated Stewarding Manager to help oversee the IndianaConvention Center located in Indianapolis IN!

The Indiana Convention Center is located in the heart of the 12th largest city in the U.S., Indianapolis, Indiana. The state capital, Indianapolis ranks in the top 25 most visited cities in the country, with 18 million annual visitors. Indianapolis International Airport accommodates 150 flights each day, carrying 7.4 million yearly passengers to and from the Circle City.

Principal Function:

• The Stewarding Manager is a key member of the Culinary Operations team. They are responsible for assisting in the management of non-food production areas of the kitchen, including the dish room, storage areas, and other utility areas.
• The Stewarding Manager helps oversee cleanliness and sanitation within the kitchen, assists with the maintenance of key equipment, and supports the inventory, storage, and distribution of the facility's supply of banqueting items such as silver, china, glassware, and linen.
• This position supports the Executive Steward in leading the Stewarding Department staff and plays an important role in coordinating the flow of activity within the kitchen to ensure efficiency and quality in food preparation and service.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing the Stewarding Department staff to ensure effective and efficient support of overall culinary and food & beverage operations.
• Maintain health, safety, cleanliness, and sanitation standards throughout Stewarding areas.
• Support inventory control, storage, and distribution of supplies; assist in monitoring kitchen and Stewarding equipment for proper maintenance.
• Actively participate in training, scheduling, and supervising Stewarding team members.
• Contribute to the goal of 100% customer satisfaction by supporting culinary operations and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and service excellence.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Appropriate combination of education and experience to support on-the-job effectiveness.
• Minimum of 1+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a food and beverage, hotel, or venue-based environment.
• Previous stewarding or kitchen utility experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards; familiarity with Health Department requirements.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to effectively support a diverse team.

Other Requirements:

• Able to work effectively and safely while subject to wet floors, temperature extremes, and excessive noise; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and maneuver in tightly-quartered environments.
• Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Why Join Sodexo Live!?

At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range of industries and events. We bring that same commitment to our team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package that begins on day one, additional benefits include:

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
• Identity Theft Protection
• Adoption Assistance

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

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