We’re People People. Are you?

We’re Sonesta International Hotels—the 8th largest hotel company in the U.S. (and growing fast 🚀).

With a dynamic mix of full-service and focused hotels across major cities, our diverse portfolio of owned, managed, and franchised properties means we’re everywhere our guests need us to be.

But here’s the thing—we’re not just in the business of hotels, we’re in the business of people. We bring service with passion, loyalty with purpose, and create experiences that genuinely connect—delivering quality, value, and memorable stays across 1,000+ properties in eight countries (and counting).

What this role is all about

The Steward works with the culinary team to clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, the kitchen and other kitchen equipment, in accordance with time, product and placement standards to ensure total guest satisfaction.
The Steward sets the tone for Sonesta’s mission by always going above and beyond for our guests and coworkers. The role’s responsibility is to clean , sanitize, transport and store pots and pans, china, glassware, silverware and other equipment to be used in the Food and Beverage department. The Steward is also responsible maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen, storage areas, employee dining room, dumpster area and back dock area according to established safety and sanitation guidelines.

The ideal candidate has a passion for hospitality and providing exceptional service.

What you’ll be doing

Principle duties and responsibilities (Essential Functions) include:

• Operate dish machine, clean and sanitize pots and pans, china, glassware, flatware, kitchen equipment and other utensils.

• Store all clean pots and pans, china, glassware, flatware, kitchen equipment and other utensils to its proper storage location using care to minimize breakage.

• Clean and sanitize the kitchen and food preparation areas.

• Sweep and mop all kitchen floors and other assigned areas.

• Collect and properly dispose of trash.

• Service food for the Employee Cafeteria as specified by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor.

• Adhere to established safety and sanitation guidelines.

• Adhere to uniform and grooming standards.

• Perform other duties or projects as requested by management.

Qualifications and Skills

• Attentive, friendly, helpful and courteous to all guests, managers and fellow employees.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Prioritization and time management skills.

• Able to work quickly without compromising quality.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of performance.

• Must be able to tolerate hot temperatures in excess of 110 degrees near dish machine, when assigned for entire shift.

• Must be able to tolerate the use of certain chemicals for cleaning and sanitizing.

Anticipated Pay Range & Additional Job Information

How we reward you

At Sonesta, we know showing up for our guests starts with showing up for our people. That means supporting your health, your financial future, and everything in between.

Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Days
• Paid Funeral Leave
• Sonesta Hotel Discounts
• Educational Assistance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Referral Incentive
• Doctor Clinic
• Sick Incentive
• Development Programs
• Milestone (Years of Service) Incentive
• Employee Cafeteria  
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Various Employee Perks and Discounts

Our Commitment to You

Sonesta is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Before You Apply

To be considered, please complete the full application in addition to submitting your resume. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.