Moody Gardens®

Executive Steward

Moody Gardens®  •  $47k - $53k/yr  •  Galveston, TX (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

Level: Management
Job Location: Galveston, TX 77554
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: None
Salary Range: $47,000.00 - $53,000.00 Salary
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: ManagementThis role ensures the highest levels of cleanliness, organization, and efficiency across all back‑of‑house food and beverage areas. The  Executive Steward plays a key part in maintaining exceptional hospitality by leading stewarding team members, supporting safe and sanitary food service operations
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily stewarding operations, including dishwashing, cleaning, and kitchen support functions
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards across all kitchens, storage areas, and loading docks in compliance with health regulations
- Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise stewarding team members
- maintain equipment
- maintain sanitation of kitchen
- Manage inventory of china, glassware, silverware, and kitchen equipment
- Monitor labor, supplies, and operating costs; support budget and expense control
- Ensure proper use, storage, and handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment
- Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce loss or breakage
- Partner with culinary leadership to support overall kitchen operations and service execution
- Enforce safety standards and maintain compliance with MSDS and OSHA guidelines
- Stewarding Operations Oversight — Assist in managing all stewarding functions, including dishwashing, equipment maintenance, and cleanliness of kitchen and service areas.
- Sanitation & Safety Compliance — Ensure all food production and service areas meet sanitation standards and comply with local health regulations.
- Team Leadership & Coaching — Support hiring, training, scheduling, and performance development for stewarding staff; foster a positive, inclusive, and efficient work environment.
- Inventory & Equipment Management — Monitor and maintain par levels of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and stewarding equipment; coordinate repairs and replacements as needed.
- Operational Coordination — Collaborate with Culinary, Banquets, and Food & Beverage teams to ensure timely setup, breakdown, and support for all meal periods and events.

Qualifications
- Previous experience in stewarding, kitchen operations, or hospitality support is preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑volume resort environment.
- Familiarity with sanitation standards and safe chemical handling.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull moderate to heavy items and stand for extended periods.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift, pull, and push a moderate weight (about 50 pounds)
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
Moody Gardens®

About Moody Gardens®

Moody Gardens is a public, non-profit educational destination utilizing nature in the advancement of rehabilitation, conservation, recreation, and research.

Located on Galveston Island, Moody Gardens is home to the Rainforest and Aquarium Pyramids, Hotel, Spa & Convention Center, Golf Course, and more!

Visit https://www.moodygardens.com/employment to view and apply for available positions or email your resume to employment@moodygardens.org

Industry
Arts & Entertainment
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Galveston, Texas
Year Founded
1983
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