Executive Steward - Phoenix Convention Center

Aramark is a global leader in food service, facilities, and uniform services, proudly serving millions of guests daily across 15 countries. With a commitment rooted in service and united by a shared purpose, Aramark strives to make a positive impact on employees, partners, communities, and the planet. The company believes in fostering equal employment opportunities and a workplace environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Aramark's mission emphasizes personal and professional growth, creating a culture where every employee can develop their talents and fuel their passions through meaningful and challenging work. The organization continually invests in employee development and strives to create a supportive and inclusive work environment. This particular role is for the Executive Steward, Aventura Catering, stationed at the Phoenix Convention Center. The Executive Steward is responsible for overseeing all utility functions in line with the company's service standards, specifically within the catering department. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness, efficiency, and organization necessary to support large-scale food production and service events. The Executive Steward will direct, implement, and uphold a service and management philosophy that guides the stewarding and distribution teams. They assist in achieving departmental and organizational goals while overseeing the food distribution process from production to service. This role also manages vendor relationships and inventory controls to ensure operational smoothness and compliance with cleanliness standards. The steward manager ensures all catering equipment is returned, washed, dried, and staged appropriately for upcoming events and supervises the stocking and secure storage of equipment in multiple kitchens. Additionally, the role entails collaborating with Ecolab and warehouse management to maintain chemical and sanitizer par levels, supervising teams to ensure safe work practices and minimal accidents, and creating staff training modules based on the Serv-safe model focused on food safety and sanitation. The Executive Steward verifies employee time and attendance records before payroll submission, coordinates weekly scheduling with the Executive Chef, and develops standard operating procedures for stewardship activities. Engagement with food safety programs, sanitation, and HACCP compliance in conjunction with executive leadership and health authorities is a key responsibility. Monthly staff meetings incorporating food safety, sustainability, and sanitation training also fall under this role. As a member of the safety team, the Executive Steward helps ensure the safe operation of the facility at all times. Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement savings plans like 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, and disability coverage, tailored according to location and employee eligibility. This role demands adaptability as job duties may evolve to meet the operational needs of one of the country's largest convention centers. The Executive Steward at Aramark is an impactful position that combines leadership, operational excellence, and commitment to safety and sustainability in a dynamic, volume-oriented environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Serv-safe certification
• 2-3 years experience as Food Production Manager or Executive Steward
• ability to work flexible event-based schedules including evenings, weekends and holidays
• proficiency in software applications such as Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
• strong communication and teamwork skills