Assistant Executive Steward

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Assistant Executive Steward

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.

We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Executive Steward for the Orange County Convention Center located in Orlando, FL.

Located in the heart of Central Florida, the Orange County Convention Center is one of the largest convention centers in the country, hosting major conventions, trade shows, conferences, and special events throughout the year. The venue offers a fast-paced, high-volume environment with extensive food & beverage operations supporting thousands of guests across large-scale events. With a wide range of catering, concessions, and hospitality experiences, the Orange County Convention Center provides an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic, guest-focused operation.

• The Assistant Executive Steward 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 Assistant Executive Steward 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

At Sodexo Live!, we're proud to be experience makers, creating unforgettable moments for people across a wide range…