Assistant Executive Steward - Hotel del Coronado, A Curio Collection by Hilton

The iconic Hotel del Coronado is looking for an Assistant Executive Steward to join the team ! Join one of the last surviving wooden Victorian beach resorts in the world and after a $400M renovation and expansion, the resort is more stunning than ever. 

Located on Coronado Island just minutes from Downtown San Diego, this 28-acre property was built in 1888 and has over 750 rooms, cottages, and villas with 65,000 square feet of banquet space, and 10 food and beverage outlets. This includes 4 restaurants, 2 bars, a food truck, marketplace, ice cream shop, and in-room dining. 

In this role, you will oversee stewarding operations across all food and beverage outlets and banquets managing team of up to 50 and reporting directly to the Executive Steward.

The ideal candidate will be an exceptional leader with a drive for continued growth within food & beverage, excellent organizational and critical thinking skills, and thorough knowledge of banquet function execution. At least 3 years of food & beverage management experience in high-volume operations and experience handling administrative duties is required. Union experience is a plus.

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Pay Rate:  The annual salary range for this role is $74,000-$84,000 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location

What will I be doing?

As an Assistant Executive Steward, you will be responsible for overseeing all Banquet Stewarding, all Dishwashers and all Night Porters functions. Administrate the departments and ensure proper functioning. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Assist the Executive Steward with all department responsibilities.

• Hire staff, discipline staff, evaluate their performance and document all aspects of employment.

• Develop training programs, both group and individual to include hotel information, equipment use, cleanliness practices and safety.

• Schedule Stewards, Dishwasher and Night Porters keeping payroll under control and ensures all job requirements are performed.

• Attend management meetings and implement any required changes and information in the department.

• Store, maintain and replenish all food and beverage equipment.

• Evaluate and pre-plan for upcoming season.  Look at upcoming business and make sure equipment levels and staffing are adequate.

• Responsible for the execution of all banquet events with equipment and food items.

• Assist Banquet Manager in all aspects of banquet functions including set-up, operation and clean up of events.

• Assist all outlets with staffing and equipment needs.

• Make sure all chemicals are properly handled.

• Perform all reasonable duties as instructed by executive leadership.

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands .  Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.  And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as: 

• Access to pay when you need it through DailyPay 
• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family 
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program 
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel 
• Career growth and development 
• Team Member Resource Groups 
• Recognition and rewards programs 

* Available benefits may vary depending upon property-specific terms and conditions of employment.

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