CHIEF STEWARD RESUME EXAMPLE

Updated: Aug 6, 2024 - The Chief Steward oversees the Stewarding team to ensure efficient operations and exceptional service. Responsibilities include scheduling within budget guidelines, maintaining strict sanitation standards, and collaborating with the Culinary, Food & Beverage, and Catering departments to meet equipment needs. Compliance with Health Department standards and management of cleaning compound inventory are critical.

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1. Chief Steward, Lakeside Resorts, Orlando, FL

Job Summary: 

  • Control of hygiene & cleanliness (HACCP) in the stewarding, kitchen and staff area
  • Organization and coordination of the work processes including cleaning, care and storage of chinaware, glass, cutlery, and kitchen utensils
  • Control of the proper use and care of machines, devices and cleaning agents
  • Waste disposal by official and company guidelines
  • Classification and coordination of external services
  • Regular training courses, as well as guidance and motivation of external staff
  • Efficient duty roster, vacation planning and time management
  • Carrying out monthly and annual inventories
  • Ensuring mint condition of all equipment, cutlery and crockery
  • Perform supervisory functions to train the team in compliance with the Club standards


Skills on Resume:

  • Hygiene Control (Hard Skills)
  • Process Coordination (Hard Skills)
  • Equipment Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Waste Management (Hard Skills)
  • Service Classification (Hard Skills)
  • Staff Training (Soft Skills)
  • Schedule Management (Hard Skills)
  • Inventory Management (Hard Skills)

2. Chief Steward/ Assistant Chief Steward Primary, Harborview Hotel, San Diego, CA

Job Summary: 

  • Coordinate all requirements of each banqueting and meeting event
  • Supervise and oversee the overall administration of the Stewarding Department
  • Maintaining of Stewarding Logbook for staff communication purpose and updating important information.
  • Conduct regular back-of-house inspection for cleanliness and acceptable sanitary standards
  • Planning and organizing work schedules and staffing according to the volume of business forecast as well as banquet events.
  • Responsible for the proper care & storage of equipment and utensils.
  • Responsible for checking outlet and kitchen areas for cleanliness, proper mis-en-place, set-up, sufficient supplies and equipment.
  • Responsible for the correct handling of dishwashing machine and detergent.
  • Responsible for checking event set-ups before function begins and return all equipment to Steward Store after the Banquet is over.


Skills on Resume:

  • Event Coordination (Hard Skills)
  • Department Administration (Hard Skills)
  • Logbook Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Sanitary Inspections (Hard Skills)
  • Staff Scheduling (Hard Skills)
  • Equipment Care (Hard Skills)
  • Area Cleanliness Check (Hard Skills)
  • Dishwashing Management (Hard Skills)

3. Chief Steward/ Assistant Chief Steward Primary, Green Woods Convention Center, Austin, TX

Job Summary: 

  • Ensuring the work is completed in accordance with established standards and that there are no illegal employment of casual workers.
  • Walk the floor during meal period, especially during heavy Banquet events.
  • Constantly supervise the floor to ensure that established cleaning standard and guidelines are respected.
  • Ensure an adequate supply of casual stewards during banquet events.
  • Ensure all staff complies with the in-house and department rules and regulations
  • Possess sound knowledge of chemical usage, and application and prices of all cleaning and operating equipment and products, including any new purchases.
  • Maintain adequate supply of operating equipment and other service wares. 
  • Take periodic inventories to determine level of usage.
  • Ensure that all accidents and losses of property, dishes, etc. are reported to the relevant departments such as Finance.


Skills on Resume:

  • Standard Compliance (Hard Skills)
  • Floor Supervision (Hard Skills)
  • Cleaning Oversight (Hard Skills)
  • Staff Supply Management (Hard Skills)
  • Regulations Enforcement (Hard Skills)
  • Chemical Knowledge (Hard Skills)
  • Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
  • Accident Reporting (Hard Skills)

4. Chief Steward/ Assistant Chief Steward Primary, Summit Event Center, Denver, CO

Job Summary: 

  • Enforce fire and safety procedures and BCP regulation
  • Adhere and maintain controls procedures for breakages, garbage cleaning, operating equipment, pest and sanitation, ware/utensils washing
  • Keep tab of market innovation of equipment pertaining to area of responsibilities and recommend changes and improvements
  • Work closely with the F&B/Sales & Marketing team relating to all kitchen supporting requirements for events and special needs
  • Work closely with the sales and F&B team to ensure guest requirements are met in the execution of a successful event
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the F&B Operations Manager/ Head of Sales & Marketing from time-to-time
  • Attends weekly Banquet Coordination Meetings or any other meetings 
  • Keep a record of all equipment and utensils.
  • Review time and attendance, and submit corrections for Payroll - Causal Labour Report.


Skills on Resume:

  • Safety Procedures Enforcement (Hard Skills)
  • Controls Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Market Innovation Monitoring (Hard Skills)
  • Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
  • Event Support Coordination (Hard Skills)
  • Duty Performance (Soft Skills)
  • Meeting Participation (Soft Skills)
  • Record Keeping (Hard Skills)

5. Chief Steward, Riverside Banquets, Charlotte, NC

Job Summary: 

  • Directs and guides the Stewarding team to ensure smooth and efficient operation
  • Approach all encounters with guests and employees in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
  • Comply at all times with Fairmont standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
  • Schedule all stewarding colleagues within the budgeted guidelines and provides best coverage for service demands.
  • Work with a night cleaning company to ensure proper cleaning of necessary areas
  • Train all stewarding staff to perform duties above the standard
  • Assure compliance with Health Department standards
  • Supervise and maintain the sanitation of kitchen, storerooms, hallways, dock and equipment
  • Work with the Culinary, Food & Beverage, and Catering teams to anticipate equipment needs
  • Order and control inventory of all cleaning compounds


Skills on Resume:

  • Team Direction (Hard Skills)
  • Guest Interaction (Soft Skills)
  • Standards Compliance (Hard Skills)
  • Staff Scheduling (Hard Skills)
  • Vendor Coordination (Hard Skills)
  • Staff Training (Hard Skills)
  • Health Standards Compliance (Hard Skills)
  • Sanitation Supervision (Hard Skills)

6. Chief Steward, Cityscape Events, Philadelphia, PA

Job Summary: 

  • Supervise and enforce proper hygiene in all FB back-of-house areas
  • Monitor cleaning standards of all equipment, containers, and food contact surfaces
  • Supervise all aspects of cleaning supplies, inclusive and not restricted to ordering, receiving, storing end issuing
  • Take physical inventories of china, glass, silver, paper and cleaning supplies
  • Attends weekly BEO meetings, conducts monthly departmental communication meeting 
  • Share and disseminate information and attends any other meetings 
  • Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly labor reports.
  • Lead the Stewarding and Housekeeping team to ensure a smooth and efficient daily operation
  • Manage the cleaning process, inventory control and storage of equipment, utensils and linen
  • Monitor and maintain the cleanliness, hygiene and safety standard of the Club
  • Prepare reports and records for the food safety audit


Skills on Resume: 

  • Hygiene Enforcement (Hard Skills)
  • Cleaning Standards Monitoring (Hard Skills)
  • Supplies Management (Hard Skills)
  • Inventory Management (Hard Skills)
  • Meeting Participation (Soft Skills)
  • Labor Reporting (Hard Skills)
  • Team Leadership (Hard Skills)
  • Safety Standards Maintenance (Hard Skills)

7. Chief Steward, Bay Area Conference Hall, San Francisco, CA

Job Summary: 

  • Prepare rosters for Kitchen Stewards in accordance with the operational needs and in line with budget
  • Delegate and supervise the duties of the Kitchen Stewards
  • Ensure adequate levels of crockery, cutlery, glassware etc. are maintained in each food and beverage outlet
  • Train staff appropriately to ensure that all standards are maintained to the highest level with special emphasis on cleanliness, use of machines and equipment, chemical identification and dangers
  • Schedule the cleaning of all kitchens and other areas of responsibility.
  • Assist Stewards in general cleaning, dishwashing etc.
  • Work closely with all phases of management
  • Contributes to guest satisfaction and safety by respecting hygiene standards and procedures
  • Keep pool storage areas clean and maintained.
  • Track and inventory all china, glassware, and silverware on a monthly basis.


Skills on Resume:

  • Roster Preparation (Hard Skills)
  • Staff Supervision (Hard Skills)
  • Inventory Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Staff Training (Hard Skills)
  • Cleaning Scheduling (Hard Skills)
  • Operational Assistance (Hard Skills)
  • Management Collaboration (Soft Skills)
  • Hygiene Compliance (Hard Skills)

8. Chief Steward, Capital Center Catering, Washington, DC

Job Summary: 

  • Perform all duties of a Steward and Night Cleaner
  • Work with Outlet Chefs to coordinate schedule, training staff, pars for chemicals in each outlet.
  • Reports deficiencies or concerns to the outlet Chef or Manager.
  • Implements the Policies and Procedures in operating the Stewarding department.
  • Observes workers to ensure proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures are being followed.
  • Gives instructions to Stewards in sanitation practices.
  • Checks walk-ins and cooler temperatures to ensure proper holding temperatures
  • Ensure and follow up that equipment faults are reported through a trouble report, to maintain an effective working
  • Keeps loading dock and garbage compactor clean and maintained.
  • Ensures all china, glass, and sliver storage areas are clean and organized
  • Complete checklists on a daily basis.


Skills on Resume: 

  • Duty Performance (Hard Skills)
  • Staff Coordination (Hard Skills)
  • Deficiency Reporting (Hard Skills)
  • Policy Implementation (Hard Skills)
  • Sanitation Supervision (Hard Skills)
  • Sanitation Training (Hard Skills)
  • Equipment Maintenance (Hard Skills)
  • Area Organization (Hard Skills)

9. Chief Steward Primary, Northern Lights Venue, Minneapolis, MN

Job Summary: 

  • Monitors and controls labor cost to maximize employee productivity and minimize payroll whilst maintaining quality standard
  • Coordinates, communicates and works closely with internal and external parties which include outsourced service providers
  • Leads by example, managing personal work priorities and personal development
  • Recommends and/ or executes management policies to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, discharge, re-assign, or discipline employees
  • Ensures that Melco policies and procedures are strictly adhered to by all Stewarding employees
  • Actively participates in health and safety activities to ensure that workplace hazards are minimized for the health and safety of all customers and staff
  • Conducts briefings with the Stewarding team and ensures all relevant information is passed on appropriately
  • Ensures all Stewarding staff on shift complies with established grooming standards and Code of Conduct
  • Communicates maintenance issues to the maintenance team and follows through to satisfactory completion
  • Ensures the evaluation and appraisals of all subordinates


Skills on Resume:

  • Labor Cost Control (Hard Skills)
  • Interdepartmental Coordination (Hard Skills)
  • Personal Leadership (Soft Skills)
  • Policy Implementation (Hard Skills)
  • Compliance Management (Hard Skills)
  • Safety Participation (Hard Skills)
  • Team Briefings (Soft Skills)
  • Maintenance Communication (Hard Skills)

10. Chief Steward Primary, Coastal Retreat Hotel, Miami, FL

Job Summary: 

  • Leads and manages the Stewarding team and ensures all departmental goals are achieved
  • Prepares the annual operating budget of the Department
  • Ensures the highest standards of hygiene and safety are always maintained by following HACCP guidelines
  • Controls the amount of breakages, ensuring all employees are aware by continuously providing training on effective practices
  • Identifies new techniques to maintain and improve quality of cleaning, providing new ideas and efficient practices
  • Identifies new chemical and cleaning products, striving to reduce cost
  • Provides continuous training and awareness on chemical and cleaning products to the employees to ensure correct and safe usage
  • Manages and maintains Outlet inventories and equipment including storage, tracking and stock take of all chinaware, glassware, flatware and equipment for events
  • Communicates with F&B Management and coordinates with each Outlet’s Restaurant Manager to have enough inventory, meeting demand and anticipate operational needs
  • Trains and develops Stewarding and other relevant employees


Skills on Resume:

  • Team Leadership (Hard Skills)
  • Budget Management (Hard Skills)
  • Hygiene Standards (Hard Skills)
  • Breakage Control (Hard Skills)
  • Quality Improvement (Hard Skills)
  • Product Evaluation (Hard Skills)
  • Training Development (Soft Skills)
  • Inventory Management (Hard Skills)