Job Description
Description At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging- of making people feel at home no matter where they are in the world. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers. Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job - it's a career for people who care.
Grand Hyatt at SFO is a luxury hotel located at San Francisco International Airport, delivering elevated dining and event experiences with a strong commitment to cleanliness, safety, and exceptional service. Our stewarding team is essential to keeping culinary operations running smoothly-supporting restaurants, bars, banquets, and in-room dining through behind-the-scenes excellence.
The Steward is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen and service areas by washing dishes, glassware, and cookware; supporting kitchen sanitation; and assisting with back-of-house set-up and breakdown. This role ensures the availability of clean wares and a safe, organized environment for culinary and service teams.
Key Responsibilities Dishwashing & Ware Handling - Operate dish machines and glass washers safely and effectively.
- Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, pans, and kitchen tools.
- Sort and handle dirty wares safely; scrape, soak, and pre-rinse items as needed.
- Maintain a steady flow of clean wares to support restaurants, banquets, and culinary production.
Kitchen Cleanliness & Sanitation - Keep dishwashing, pot wash, and back-of-house areas clean and organized throughout the shift.
- Clean and sanitize work surfaces, mats, floors, drains, trash areas, and back-of-house common areas per schedule.
- Support deep-cleaning projects, including walls, equipment exteriors, storage areas, and other assigned spaces.
- Handle trash, recycling, and compost (as applicable) and transport to designated areas.
Safety & Compliance - Follow proper chemical handling and dilution procedures; maintain labeling and safe storage.
- Use PPE as required and follow safe lifting, slip prevention, and machine safety procedures.
- Adhere to all hotel policies and local health/sanitation requirements.
Operational Support - Assist with banquet set-ups and breakdowns (racks, equipment movement, staging) as assigned.
- Support Culinary and F&B teams with restocking, ice runs, and other back-of-house needs as directed.
- Report broken/damaged items, supply shortages, and equipment concerns promptly.
This is an hourly position with compensation from $28.83 per hour.
We Offer Excellent Benefits: - Free room nights, Discounted and Friends & Family Room Rates
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K with company match
- Paid Vacation, sick days, and holidays
- Paid Family Bonding Time and Adoption Assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Discounts at various retailers - Apple, AT&T, Verizon, Headspace, and many more
Why make a good choice when you can make a Classic one by applying for your next career opportunity with a Grand Hyatt hotel? Hyatt Regency hotels provide superior services and elevated experiences. Looking for a Classic beginning in your next career? Apply today at careers.hyatt.com
Qualifications • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to moderate weight and move racks/carts frequently.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, safety, and teamwork.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications • Prior stewarding/dishwashing or kitchen support experience (hotel/banquet environment a plus).
• Familiarity with commercial dish machines and sanitation standards.
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Live in, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift