Lead Steward | Part-Time | Palm Springs Convention Center

Palm Springs, CA$20–$25/hrPosted Jul 2, 2026
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Lead Steward | Part-Time | Palm Springs Convention Center Location US-CA-Palm Springs Job Post Information* : Posted Date 3 weeks ago(7/2/2026 11:35 AM) Job ID 2026-32859 Location Name Palm Springs Convention Center Category Culinary / Kitchen Management Type Regular Part-Time Location : Location US-CA-Palm Springs Job Post Information* : External Company Name Oak View Group Job Post Information* : External Company URL https://www.oakviewgroup.com/ Location : Postal Code 92262 Location : Address 277 N Avenida Caballeros Job Post Information* : Post End Date 10/2/2026 Oak View Group Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.  Position Summary The Lead Steward will assist the culinary team in the movement and recovery of food. The Lead Steward is responsible for the sanitation of all kitchen equipment, cooking utensils, dishware, glassware, and silverware, as well as the kitchen. They are also responsible for all back-of-house areas being set up and ready prior to events. The Lead Steward will assist in pulling and staging all equipment prior to set-up, during the event, and during clean-up. The Lead Steward is an extension of the culinary team. They are responsible for supervising stewarding staff and for performing operational duties within primarily non-food production areas of the kitchen, including the ware washroom, storage areas, and other utility areas. The Lead Steward will be knowledgeable of and responsible for upholding OVG standards for proper food handling and sanitation. They will support culinary operations by providing oversight and assistance with the proper washing and storage of China, glassware, tableware, cooking utensils, and other food service equipment items. This role pays an hourly rate of $20.00-$25.00. Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching. This position will remain open until October 2, 2026. Responsibilities Support overall food and beverage operations by participating as part of the culinary team; assist in managing the facility's stewarding function and its staff members.Ensure that standards for health, safety, cleanliness, and sanitation are maintained throughout stewarding areas.Assist with control of inventory and with storage and distribution of supplies.Ensure stewarding and kitchen equipment are properly maintained.Contribute to the goal of 100% customer satisfaction through personal commitment to customer service and leading the steward team by example.Operate dish machine equipment & wash any items not dishwasher-safe by hand.Place clean dishes, utensils, or equipment in proper storage areas.Assist on the plate-up and food production line as needed.Sort and remove trash or compost and clean after usage. Sweep and/or scrub all floors in the kitchen and back of house areas.Place clean dishes, utensils, or equipment in proper storage areas.Assist in keeping dock areas clean and organized.Sort and remove trash or compost and clean after usage during events.Clean up spills and/or breakage on the event floor.Maintains a positive attitude and compliant employee relations climate.Ensures compliance with health, sanitation, safety, and employment regulations in accordance with company standards. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen for the food and beverage operation. Qualifications 2-3 years of past experience working as a lead steward or in kitchen sanitation for a high-volume venue.Must acquire and maintain a Food Handlers Card, Alcohol...

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