Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com.

The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.

Position SummaryThe role of the Steward is to maintain the cleanliness and sanitization of all food and beverage outlets, kitchen, dinnerware, and food and beverage equipment. Manages setup and takedown of select kitchen and outlet areas.

Unique. Stylish. Entirely Radisson Blu. Upper Upscale by industry definition. First class in any other language. High on design and style, all wrapped up in a Yes I Can! Attitude. The Radisson Blu Mall of America features 500 design forward guest rooms, unique spaces and over 26,000 square feet of meeting space, and is the first hotel connected to the Mall of America.

FireLake Grill House and Cocktail Bar features regional, local and sustainable foods kissed with the flavor of real burning wood, utilizing the grill, rotisserie and smoker. Impeccable hospitality and service. 175 seat restaurant, 125 seat lounge. Our lounge features local brews, selective wine list and modern cocktail program.

Key Responsibilities

Maintaining the cleanliness of the food and beverage operations:

Sweeping and mopping the entire kitchen, dish areas, restaurant line, and Banquet Pantry areas, and walk-in coolers
Washing and clearing counters, shelves, and queens
Washing dish area and kitchen mats
Assisting the cafeteria attendant and cooks with set-up and breakdown and cleanliness of cafeteria
Monitoring trash and recycling levels in all areas, removing when needed
Washing pots and pans and returning them to their proper place after cleaning
Scrubbing kettles, skillets, and all floor drains
Following all safety and security procedures

Maintaining supply of clean china, glassware, silver, etc. for all hotel outlets:

Cleaning china, silverware, and glassware by operating dish machine or by hand as needed
Placing bus pans in cook's line; cleans dirty dishes as needed
Keeping cook line well stocked with china/hot plates and sauté pans
Keeping glassware organized at all times, storing dishware in the proper location
Polishing all silver when needed
Emptying all dirty dishware in the employee cafeteria, washing and returning to the proper location
Assisting in the breakdown of banquet functions; washing dishes from functions

Creates 100% guest satisfaction by providing the Radisson experience through performance that demonstrates the standards of, genuine hospitality and exceeding guest expectations

Gives personal attention, takes personal responsibility, and uses teamwork when providing guest service
Listens, apologizes with empathy, finds a solution, and follows through when resolving guest problems
Provides Yes I Can! genuine hospitality and teamwork on an ongoing basis
Assumes the responsibility to notice when the guest is not satisfied and uses their best judgment as to when it is appropriate to use the 100% Guest Satisfaction
Performs other duties required to provide the service brand behavior and genuine hospitality

Performs other duties as required by Management to provide 100% Guest Satisfaction and genuine hospitality to our Guest

Requirements

Minimum one year management experience in full service stewarding operations
3 years experience in hotel food and beverage
High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree in hospitality preferred
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers to ensure teamwork
Able to resolve conflicts guests, supervisor and employee
Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
Basic computer skills in MS Office, reservation systems, and point of sales systems

Physical Demands

Long hours are sometimes required, ability to work flexible schedule
Ability to stand for long periods of time, frequent bending, occasionally stoop or crawl
Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis and push or pull up to 150 pounds
Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment

Other Information

The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift and alter assigned duties as business dictates. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times.

This position description is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed, as a contract of employment or a promise of employment. I understand that my employment is an “at-will” relationship and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected class. Our locations are drug-free and pre-employment drug tests are required. Background checks are also required before employment begins. We participate in E-Verify and those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Choice Hotels International is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. Employment practices and decisions are not influenced by an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, disability veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, this offer of employment is conditional upon your presenting documents verifying your identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and E-Verify.

Radisson Blu Mall of America

After an adventure-filled day at Mall of America, walk back to the Radisson Blu to relax in one of our 500 chic rooms and suites. We offer 181 king rooms, 290 double-queen rooms, and 29 suites so that you can choose the room that’s right for you—and that holds all your purchases from the mall.