Head Steward

Job Description

The Steward Lead oversees the sanitation operations at the location and coordinates the timing of tasks to ensure their completion. The lead steward cross-trains employees in all utility positions including dishwashers, sanitation, table attendants, and beverage station workers. The steward lead is responsible for all receiving of goods. 

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $24.00 to $26.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervises care and cleaning of all floors, walls, baseboards, and equipment in the location (sweep, mop, vacuum, and buff) 
• Receiving and logging all goods on a daily basis
• Oversees sanitation and cleanliness of dish room and all work stations 
• Is responsible for removal and proper disposal of waste in the location (including recycling) 
• Coordinates dish room to ensure timely and appropriate sanitation and storage of dishware and utensils 
• Maintains organization, storage, and labeling of chemical products 
• Accountable for meeting customer sanitation needs and service expectations 
• Assists in ordering inventory and completion of weekly inventory counts 
• Maintain storage areas so that inventory is sequenced and products are easily accessible 
• Support the Cross-train of stewards in dish room positions to assist in other areas as needed 
• Assist with daily safety observations and report safety hazards discovered in the location to management immediately 
• Assists management in the execution of weekly/monthly cleaning schedules 
• Assists out in the front of the house when needed 

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Experience as a steward/lead steward in a large restaurant, convention center, hotel or conference center is a plus 

• Supervisory experience, minimum of 1 year supervising a team of 8 or more 

• High school education or equivalent experience preferred 

This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective equipment (PPE). 

Education

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.