Executive Steward at Zachry – San Antonio, Texas

Who We Are

Based in San Antonio, Texas, Zachry Hotels is a proven leader in the development, management and ownership of hospitality assets. At Zachry Hotels, we are passionate about hospitality and surround ourselves with team members who share that same passion. Our tenure in the hospitality and hotel industry has provided us the knowledge and key relationships for success in hotel management, operation, and development. We take care of our clients, business partners and each other as family, within a culture of service and accountability, where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.

Together We Can Do Great Things® Every Person Matters® This Is More Than A Job®

The Monarch San Antonio – A Legacy of Service and Sophistication

The Monarch San Antonio, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, is a 200-room, 17-story boutique hotel located in the Hemisfair District of downtown San Antonio. It is set to open in early 2026 and is inspired by the Monarch butterfly that migrates through the region each winter. The hotel will feature a full-service spa, a terrace pool, and five food and beverage concepts, including a rooftop restaurant and bar.

Just steps from the iconic River Walk and The Alamo, The Monarch will offer more than a place to stay. It will be a place to belong, to connect, and to be inspired.

At The Monarch San Antonio, our purpose is expressed through service – gracious, genuine, and unforgettable. Much like the city we call home, we believe in honoring tradition while embracing modern elegance. Every detail, every interaction, and every experience is designed to reflect the spirit of San Antonio and the dignity of service.

As we prepare to open our doors, we are building a team dedicated to excellence, passionate about hospitality, and driven by purpose. Together, we will create exceptional moments and lasting impressions for every guest who walks through our doors.

Position Overview

The Executive Steward is responsible for overseeing all stewarding operations within the hotel, ensuring compliance with hygiene and sanitation standards while supporting all food and beverage outlets. This role leads the stewarding team to maintain kitchen, banquet, and back-of-house cleanliness and organization, upholding the hotel's luxury service and operational standards within a full-service environment.

What You'll Do

Stewarding Leadership & Operations

• Lead, supervise, and train the stewarding team to ensure efficient operations across all kitchen and banquet areas.
• Coordinate stewarding support for restaurants, banquets, and high-volume events.
• Foster a positive, professional work environment and motivate team members to perform at high standards.

Sanitation, Safety & Compliance

• Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and organization in kitchens, dishwashing areas, storage areas, and employee dining facilities.
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and hygiene policies in compliance with hotel standards and local regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections of stewarding operations to ensure compliance with SOPs and Five-Star standards.

Equipment, Inventory & Waste Management

• Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, utensils, and dishware to ensure proper functionality and cleanliness.
• Oversee inventory control, stock rotation, and ordering of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and stewarding equipment.
• Manage waste disposal, recycling, and sustainability initiatives.

Collaboration & Operational Support

• Partner closely with Culinary, Banquets, and Food & Beverage teams to support seamless service execution.
• Assist with budget management, cost control, and efficient resource utilization within the stewarding department.

What You'll Bring

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Proven experience as a Steward, Chief Steward, or Executive Steward in luxury hotels or high-volume food and beverage operations required.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, sanitation standards, hygiene regulations, and equipment maintenance.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Licenses or Certificates

• Food Handler Certification required.

Zachry Hotels offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Zachry Hotels (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry's resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachry's Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Zachry employee is authorized to bind Zachry to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.