Culinary Steward

At Rosewood Residences Lido Key, we are committed to delivering exceptional, personalized service in a luxury coastal setting. As Culinary Steward, your role is essential to every service that leaves this kitchen. You are the foundation upon which the culinary team performs, ensuring that every surface is sanitized, every piece of equipment is clean and ready, and every colleague has what they need to execute at the Rosewood standard. You will also contribute to basic preparation and stocking tasks, becoming an integrated and trusted member of the team.

Responsibilities

Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of all kitchen areas; operate commercial dishwashing equipment to clean, sanitize, and organize cookware, smallwares, china, glassware, and utensils; support culinary team members with basic mise en place tasks; assist with stocking and organizing walk-in refrigerators, dry storage, and kitchen supply areas; ensure kitchen equipment is properly cleaned, maintained, and stored; monitor and maintain sanitation supply levels; follow food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards; assist with disposal of kitchen waste, recycling, and grease management; support receiving and storage of food and supply deliveries; assist with setup and breakdown of special dining experiences, resident events, and private dining; contribute to a positive, collaborative kitchen culture; report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or facility concerns

Requirements

No prior culinary or hospitality experience required; strong work ethic; positive team attitude; Food Handler certification required or willingness to obtain upon hire; physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a fast-paced, warm kitchen environment; reliable, punctual, and takes pride in quality and thoroughness of work; ability to follow instructions accurately and communicate clearly with kitchen team members

Nice to have

Previous experience in a kitchen stewarding, dishwashing, or facilities cleaning role; familiarity with commercial dishwashing equipment and kitchen sanitation practices

Benefits

Professional development opportunities; meaningful pathway into the culinary profession; inclusive and valued workplace culture; diversity, equity and inclusion strategy