Kitchen Steward

Nashville, TN, United StatesFull-timePosted Oct 3, 2026

Job description

Position Summary

The Kitchen Steward keeps our hotel kitchen and service areas clean, stocked, and running smoothly. This role supports dish, sanitation, comp service setup, and restaurant operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Wash, sanitize, and organize dishes, glassware, utensils, pots/pans
  • Maintain dish station cleanliness and readiness (chemicals, racks, trash, floors)
  • Collect used plates from hotel floor landings and return them to dish
  • Support the restaurant team as needed (stocking, resetting, cleaning support)
  • Set up, replenish, and break down comp service
  • Assist with basic food prep tasks as assigned (organization, simple prep work)

Requirements

  • Able to stand for up to 8 hours per shift
  • Able to lift up to 40 lbs
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Comfortable moving throughout the hotel (floors/landings)
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality

What Success Looks Like

  • Dish never becomes a bottleneck during the dinner rush
  • Floors/landings are cleared consistently (no plate pileups)
  • Comp service stays clean, stocked, and guest-ready
  • You stay organized, communicate early, and keep standards high

Growth Opportunity

High performers can earn training hours toward Prep Cook / Line Cook duties. What we look for:

  • Strong organization and cleanliness standards
  • Reliable attendance and urgency during busy periods
  • Willingness to learn prep basics and follow recipes/instructions
  • Great communication and teamwork

Description copied from Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville at Vanderbilt's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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