Stewarding Supervisor - The National

Coury Hospitality; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The National is seeking a Stewarding Supervisor to lead, support, and develop the Stewarding team behind the scenes. You will ensure cleanliness, proper washing and delivery of wares, and organize spaces for daily operations and events.

Ideal candidates bring supervisory experience, strong teamwork, and English proficiency, with bilingual skills a plus. Expect collaboration with Culinary and Banquets and involvement in event planning and facilities upkeep.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Consistent work history in a banquet or kitchen environment preferred.
• Previous supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• Ability to listen to, speak, and understand English sufficiently to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic organizational and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work cooperatively with all departments.
• Bilingual communication skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and work with Stewarding Curators throughout the day.
• Keep kitchens, storage areas, hallways, and workspaces clean, organized, and ready for service.
• Ensure dishes, smallwares, equipment, silverware, plates, and glassware are properly washed, sanitized, organized, and delivered where needed.
• Help organize and stage Culinary spaces for daily operations and events.
• Attend BEO meetings and plan Stewarding needs around upcoming events.
• Support the team with trash removal, cardboard breakdown, floor cleaning, and other cleaning projects.
• Properly transporting, storing, and caring for kitchen equipment and operating supplies.
• Jump in to support other back-of-house areas when needed, including buffet, EDR, or outlet stewarding.
• Support Culinary teams with food production, product rotation, and organized storage when needed.
• Maintaining professional customer service standards when working in public areas.
• Creating a positive team environment where Curators feel supported, respected, and set up for success.
• Taking pride in the behind-the-scenes work that keeps The National running smoothly.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Bilingual

Education

Age 18+

Experience in banquet/kitchen

Supervisory experience

English comprehension

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Cooperation with departments

Bilingual helpful

Job description

STEWARDING SUPERVISOR

The National is hiring for a Stewarding Supervisor.

You should join our team if you believe...

• That cleanliness, organization, and sanitation are essential to a successful kitchen and guest experience.
• That a strong Stewarding team keeps Culinary operations running smoothly behind the scenes.
• That properly maintained equipment, organized workspaces, and clean kitchens create the foundation for great service.
• That great supervisors lead by example, support their teams, and take pride in the work.
• That teamwork and communication between Stewarding, Culinary, Banquets, and other departments are essential to a successful operation.
• That the details guests may never see are often what make an exceptional experience possible.

You're a great fit for this role if you love...

• Leading, supporting, and working alongside Stewarding Curators throughout the day.
• Keeping kitchens, storage areas, hallways, and workspaces clean, organized, and ready for service.
• Ensuring dishes, smallwares, equipment, silverware, plates, and glassware are properly washed, sanitized, organized, and delivered where needed.
• Helping organize and stage Culinary spaces for daily operations and events.
• Attending BEO meetings and planning Stewarding needs around upcoming events.
• Supporting the team with trash removal, cardboard breakdown, floor cleaning, and other cleaning projects.
• Properly transporting, storing, and caring for kitchen equipment and operating supplies.
• Jumping in to support other back-of-house areas when needed, including buffet, EDR, or outlet stewarding.
• Supporting Culinary teams with food production, product rotation, and organized storage when needed.
• Maintaining professional customer service standards when working in public areas.
• Creating a positive team environment where Curators feel supported, respected, and set up for success.
• Taking pride in the behind-the-scenes work that keeps The National running smoothly.

We're excited to have you join us because...

• You understand that Stewarding is an essential part of successful Culinary and Food & Beverage operations.
• You take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and organization.
• You can balance speed, quality, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• You communicate clearly and work well with Culinary, Banquets, Food & Beverage, and other departments.
• You are comfortable working independently while also supporting your team when needed.
• You can manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• You understand the importance of dependable attendance and punctuality.
• You believe leadership means being willing to roll up your sleeves and work alongside your team.

Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Consistent work history in a banquet or kitchen environment preferred.
• Previous supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• Ability to listen to, speak, and understand English sufficiently to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic organizational and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work cooperatively with all departments.
• Bilingual communication skills are a plus.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and remain mobile in a fast-paced environment for periods of more than four hours.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, kneel, push, pull, and grasp objects.
• Ability to climb a 3-foot ladder.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 80 pounds independently.
• Ability to push heavy carts, plate carts, hot boxes, refrigerators, kitchen tables, and other equipment as needed.
• Manual dexterity necessary to operate and manipulate kitchen equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements.
• Ability to maintain balance while performing job duties.
• Ability to work safely with kitchen equipment, cleaning supplies, and other materials.

Here's the Core of Coury Hospitality:

We have a place for you on our team if your passion is to curate UNMATCHED MOMENTS.

What else do YOU need to know...

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. We are an equal opportunity employer.