Executive Steward at InterContinental DC - The Wharf

Negotiable
Experience
1-3 years
Job Type
Full Time
Location
United States, Washington D.C.
Job Description

About Us 

IHG Hotels
& Resorts 
is one
of the largest hotel companies in the world and one of the world’s leading hotel
and resort companies with a family of 19 brands. Our purpose – True Hospitality
for Good – comes to life in every one of our collections. With luxury
and lifestyle, we are taking it to new heights.

style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">Five
visionary brands - InterContinental, Regent Hotels, Six Senses, Vignette
Collection and Kimpton Hotels - make up our luxury collection. Individually,
they are icons. Together, they bring unforgettable and unparalleled experiences
to travelers in over 430 hotels and resorts in 100 countries around
the world. 

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Having recently added a host of incredible properties
to our portfolio, we now stand as one of the world’s leading luxury operators.

Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace
every opportunity to give our guests unforgettable
and unparalleled experiences. 

About
the hotel

style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">A luxurious hotel destination at The Wharf on D.C.’s
Waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf in the reimagined
Wharf neighborhood brings sophistication to its contemporary style. Perfectly
placed on the beautiful Potomac River, InterContinental Washington D.C. –
The Wharf enjoys the most incredible waterfront views of D.C. Steps away
from America’s political epicenter, the hotel embraces guests with
an exquisitely curated resort destination that reignites the river’s edge and
a captivating sanctuary in the center of The Wharf neighborhood, paying homage
to the maritime and industrial-working heritage of its setting.  Featuring
a relaxing seasonal rooftop pool with striking Potomac River views and
the indulging full-service spa, The Spa at The Wharf, modern luxury, culture,
and a rich history combine in the Wharf neighborhood to create a perfect
atmosphere for guests and locals alike.

About
the
Executive Steward  style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">position

style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">As our new Assistant Director Human Resources, you will Supervise
day-to-day operation of stewarding department. Responsible for total maintenance
and sanitation in all food production service areas.  Control storeroom
orders and issue all china, silver and glass.  Ensure all food and beverage
outlets have sufficient equipment to perform adequately.

style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">A little taste of your day-to-day

style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">Every day is different, but you’ll mostly:

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Control and analyze
cost, breakage and quality of support provided to outlets, banquets and other
areas. Monitor condition and cleanliness
of equipment.

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; text-align:
    justify;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Control expenses in accordance with established
    budget.  Participation in the preparation of the annual stewarding
    operating budget which supports the overall objectives of the Food &
    Beverage Department.  Maintain procedures for security
    of inventory.

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; text-align:
    justify;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Supervise day-to-day operations and assignments of
    the stewarding staff, communicate objectives and expectations,
    and assign/schedule work.  Communicate and enforce policies
    and procedures. 

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; text-align:
    justify;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Recommend and initiate disciplinary or other
    staffing/human resources - related actions in accordance with company rules
    and policies.  Alert management of potentially serious
    issues. 

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; text-align:
    justify;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Promote teamwork and quality service through daily
    communication and coordination with other departments.  Key departmental
    contacts include Catering, Banquets, Outlets, Maintenance, and Guest
    Services. 

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; text-align:
    justify;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">May interact with outside
    contacts:

    • style="font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;">Guests – to ensure their total satisfaction

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      Suppliers – regarding
      orders and invoices

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    Educate employees
    on current safety issues to ensure compliance with all health and safety
    regulations. Inform management of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats
    to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.  Schedule
    preventative maintenance and repairs as needed.  Ensure that equipment
    is prepared and operational for the following day’s
    work.

  • style="margin-bottom: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; text-align:
    justify;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Educate employees on current safety issues to ensure
    compliance with all health and safety regulations.

    Inform management of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to
    the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.  Schedule preventative
    maintenance and repairs as needed. Ensure that equipment is prepared
    and operational for the following day’s work.

  • style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">What we need from you

    style="background-color: white; margin-left: 0.5in;">High school diploma or equivalent and two years experience in stewarding,
    kitchen maintenance, kitchen operations or similar, with at least one year in
    a supervisory capacity.  Knowledge of food and beverage service operation
    preferred.

    This job requires ability to perform
    the following:

    • Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50
      pounds

    • style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Standing up and moving about
      the kitchen

    • style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Handling food, objects, products
      and utensils

    • style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Bending, stooping, kneeling

      style="background-color: white;">Other:

    • Communication skills are utilized
      a significant amount of time when interacting
      with others.

    • style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational
      and training abilities are used often.

    • style="background-color: white;">Reading
      and writing abilities are utilized when assisting in the scheduling of
      the stewarding staff, or when monitoring inventory.

    • style="background-color: white;">May
      be required to work nights, weekends, and/or
      holidays.

    style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">What you can expect
    from us

    style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">We give our people everything they need to succeed.
    From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range
    of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including impressive
    room discounts and some of the best training in
    the business. 

    style="color: black; font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;"> style="font-size: 10pt;">The salary range for this role is $85,000.00
    to $90,000.00. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe
    we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. This rate is only
    applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC. We may ultimately pay
    more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future.

    An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors
    including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications,
    experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel
    requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational
    needs. This job is also eligible for bonus pay. We offer a comprehensive package
    of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k,
    and many other benefits to eligible employees.

    style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">You
    can apply for this role through the link below (or through the internal career
    site if you are a current employee). 

    Note: No amount of pay
    is considered wages or compensation until earned, vested, and determinable.
    The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form
    of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in
    the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at
    the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

    style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">Our mission
    is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference
    and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels &
    Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees
    without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
    identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

    We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance by always welcoming
    different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

    style="margin: 5pt 0in 0in 0.5in;">IHG Hotels
    & Resorts gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow
    and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well,
    we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our
    myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health,
    lifestyle, and workplace.  So, join us and you’ll become part of our
    ever-growing global family.

    style="font-size: 10pt;">At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we’ve made a promise.
    As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True
    Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared
    for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part
    of the journey?

    style="font-family: "Arial Nova", sans-serif;">As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental
    Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s and
    we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural
    wisdom in truly impressive surroundings.

    We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️
    brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, a passion
    for culture and an appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences
    for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace
    a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most
    international luxury hotel brand.

    style="font-size: 10pt;">Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still
    believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit
    the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.