Steward Supervisor

Location: Museum District

Reports To: Executive Chef

About Hotel ZaZa:

Hotel ZaZa is a boutique luxury brand known for its bold style, exceptional service, and unforgettable guest experiences. With properties in Houston, Austin, and Dallas, we blend artful design with a vibrant atmosphere that captures the spirit of Texas.

Position Overview:

At Hotel ZaZa, the Steward Supervisor plays a critical role in supporting the success of meetings, weddings, and special events by leading and maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and sanitation of all banquet and culinary areas. This position ensures that all equipment, dishes, and service items are clean, properly stored, and readily available to support seamless event execution.

The Steward Supervisor manages and oversees the quality and efficiency of the Steward team and upholds cleanliness standards, supporting operational efficiency, and working collaboratively with culinary and banquet teams to deliver exceptional experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all banquet kitchen areas, dish rooms, and storage spaces
• Wash and properly store all glassware, silverware, and kitchen equipment
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Support banquet events by ensuring timely availability of clean equipment and service ware
• Assist with banquet setup and breakdown, including transporting and organizing equipment as needed
• Empty trash, maintain floors, and ensure all work areas remain clean and hazard-free
• Operate dishwashing equipment and ensure proper chemical usage and safety procedures
• Assist with inventory organization and storage of banquet supplies
• Communicate effectively with culinary and banquet leadership to support event needs
• Follow Hotel ZaZa standards for cleanliness, safety, and professionalism
• Support opening and closing duties and assist other team members as needed

Qualifications:

• Previous stewarding, dishwashing, or hospitality support experience preferred
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and detail
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and food safety practices preferred
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment with a positive attitude
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays based on event business

Why Join Hotel ZaZa?

At Hotel ZaZa, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that inspire. Be part of a brand that celebrates individuality, creativity, and excellence in every detail.

No job description for any position can possibly include all duties, which may be requested by guests or required by the hotel. The objective of all positions is to effectively provide services personally or immediately refer requests to the appropriate department manager.

Hotel ZaZa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender/sex, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, age, or veteran status. Hotel ZaZa also participates in E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.