Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $25.00 - $28.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
short-term disability
long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Job Description
Kelber Catering Inc. is a well-established catering company located in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. Known for delivering exceptional catering services throughout the area, Kelber Catering operates a full-service catering kitchen that supports a variety of events seven days a week. The company prides itself on quality, professionalism, and consistent service excellence. It offers a robust benefits package including medical, dental, 401K, employer-paid short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and paid holidays. Kelber Catering also supports an inclusive work environment, being an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. The position open at Kelber Catering is for a Stewarding Supervisor, a key role that is critical to maintaining a clean and sanitary environment essential for the success of a busy catering operation.
The Stewarding Supervisor oversees the stewarding department staff, ensuring all duties related to cleaning and sanitation are completed timely and to a high standard. This role is full-time with hourly pay ranging from $25 to $28, with additional performance-based quarterly incentive bonuses. The schedule varies weekly and reflects the dynamic nature of catering demands. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a professional disposition suitable for interacting with various department managers and staff. Under the direction of the Executive Chef, this supervisor will train and manage stewarding staff, enforce standards of service quality, attitude, and attire, and coordinate efforts to uphold cleanliness and safety standards throughout the facility. Duties include cleaning all food preparation areas, maintaining floors, sanitizing cooking equipment, and supporting the timely food delivery necessary for event success. The role also involves scheduling, inventory assistance, maintenance coordination, and adherence to state health department regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of two years’ experience in the cleaning service industry—preferably with supervisory experience, especially in food service environments—and be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing demanding physical tasks. Kelber Catering offers a rewarding work environment with opportunities for professional growth, a competitive compensation structure, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee well-being and satisfaction.
The Stewarding Supervisor oversees the stewarding department staff, ensuring all duties related to cleaning and sanitation are completed timely and to a high standard. This role is full-time with hourly pay ranging from $25 to $28, with additional performance-based quarterly incentive bonuses. The schedule varies weekly and reflects the dynamic nature of catering demands. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a professional disposition suitable for interacting with various department managers and staff. Under the direction of the Executive Chef, this supervisor will train and manage stewarding staff, enforce standards of service quality, attitude, and attire, and coordinate efforts to uphold cleanliness and safety standards throughout the facility. Duties include cleaning all food preparation areas, maintaining floors, sanitizing cooking equipment, and supporting the timely food delivery necessary for event success. The role also involves scheduling, inventory assistance, maintenance coordination, and adherence to state health department regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of two years’ experience in the cleaning service industry—preferably with supervisory experience, especially in food service environments—and be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing demanding physical tasks. Kelber Catering offers a rewarding work environment with opportunities for professional growth, a competitive compensation structure, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee well-being and satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years cleaning service experience
- Minimum 1 year supervisory experience
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and assist with heavier lifting
- Ability to walk long distances and perform physical tasks including bending, twisting, pushing, and pulling
- Fluency in English
- Availability to work varied schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to conduct training and enforce department policies
- Understanding of state health and safety regulations
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years experience in the cleaning service industry
- Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience, preferably in food service
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to read and interpret function and pull sheets
- Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
- Fluent in English, bilingual preferred
- Knowledgeable of health department cleaning and sanitation standards
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain professional and pleasant interaction with staff and clients
Job Duties
- Ensure the timely completion of all stewarding duties including cleaning and sanitation of all catering areas
- Clean floors in bakeshop, main kitchen, and associated drains
- Maintain floors in main kitchen outer hallway
- Clean cooking equipment and serving carts
- Prepare beverages such as coffee, punch, and iced tea
- Supervise and ensure timely delivery of food items based on function or pull sheet
- Monitor and maintain garbage, recycling, and food waste bins
- Schedule union stewards per collective bargaining agreement and business needs
- Train newly hired stewards on department procedures and policies
- Direct and supervise union stewards, monitor breaks and meal periods
- Interpret function sheets and banquet pull lists accurately
- Conduct shift start and end walk-through inspections
- Assist in inventory of china and kitchen equipment
- Schedule maintenance for kitchen equipment
- Comply with State Health department cleaning and sanitation guidelines
- Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary work areas
- Handle emergency situations properly according to company guidelines
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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