Executive Steward
Job description
**Executive Steward**
Fairmont San Francisco Location San Francisco, California, United States Category Food & Beverage FAIRMONT Posted Date 14/02/2022 **Job Start Date :** 16/08/2021 JOB DESCRIPTION **Executive Steward**
To maintain the smooth operation of the Stewarding Department to maximize labor efficiency, maintain budgeted labor costs, guarantee safe working conditions, and keep the highest standards of sanitation.
**What is in it for you:**
* Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
* Learning programs through our Academies
* Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
* Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
**What you will be doing:**
* Ensure the smooth operation of the Stewarding department, maintaining established standards for a clean and organized heart of the house area.
* Work with other Food & Beverage Department Heads, to build a culture that is driven by pride, care, ownership and passion for impeccable presentation & maintenance of equipment.
* Work closely with Banquets to ensure that all function equipment needs are on hand and in good working condition.
* Lead a preventative maintenance program by identifying and reducing high breakage/loss items through colleague awareness and ownership.
* Maximize on cost control opportunities through optimal scheduling and maintenance of equipment.
* Motivate, lead, coach and monitor performance of stewarding team members.
* Ensure the delivery of excellent service by maintaining high staff morale and team spirit.
* Actively promote a safe and hazard-free work environment. This includes ensuring proper food handling procedures, cleaning and storage of food containers, use of cleaning chemicals & PPE's and the timely maintenance of dishwashing equipment in all kitchens.
**Your experience and skills include:**
* Previous Stewarding leadership experience in a medium to large size hotel environment.
* Degree or Diploma in Hotel or F&B Management is an asset.
* Proven leadership ability that supports an environment of employee growth and development, interdepartmental teamwork and exceptional customer service.
* Highly motivated and guest-driven with the ability to solve problems and to make timely guest service decisions.
* Proactive, with a demonstrated eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple functions/projects while meeting deadlines.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Computer literacy required: MS Office (Word/Excel).
* Strong working knowledge of Hazardous Communications, Sanitation, and Food Safety regulations and guidelines.
**Your team and working environment:**
Since 1907, Fairmont has served as the San Francisco residence for U.S. presidents, world leaders and entertainment stars. The landmark hotel offers 606 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, three distinctive restaurants, a health club and easy access to the citys most popular attractions. Fairmont San Francisco is located atop Nob Hill at 950 Mason Street.
Fairmont is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Feel free to visit our website at to find out more about our company.
EOE/M/F/D/V
**Visa Requirements:**
Must have proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
**Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:**
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
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