posted June 30, 2025

Steward

Compensation: $18.00 per hour

Job Description

STEWARD

Be a Part of Something Special at The Darcy

The Darcy is an eclectic, 226-room boutique hotel in Washington DC, providing chic accommodations, distinctive dining, and over 7,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Classically American but with a European sensibility, The Darcy offers an authentic, original, and local experience that allows our guests to immerse themselves in the community.

The Darcy is located on Scott Circle in downtown Washington, DC, just half a mile from both the lively Dupont Circle and historic Logan Circle. Shops, restaurants, bars, clubs, theaters, galleries, museums and other Washington DC attractions abound on nearby 14th and U streets.

The Darcy is a polished team empowered to create remarkable local experiences with a dash of fun! We always take ownership, act with integrity and foster infectious pride to bring out the best in all of us!

We’re looking for a Steward to join our polished and professional team—someone who brings infectious pride, acts with integrity, and takes ownership in everything they do.

Job Location:  The Darcy Hotel Washington DC

   1515 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington DC 20005

Position Summary:
Effectively promote, take and deliver food and beverage orders.

Job Description

The Steward plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of our kitchen and dining areas. Your responsibilities will include washing dishes, cleaning equipment, and ensuring a hygienic environment for our guests and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dishwashing: Efficiently wash and sanitize all dishware, glassware, and silverware.
• Kitchen Cleaning: Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, work surfaces, floors, and walls.
• Equipment Maintenance: Maintain kitchen equipment in good working order, including cleaning, sanitizing, and minor repairs.
• Waste Management: Properly dispose of waste and recyclables according to hotel policies.
• Sanitation: Adhere to strict sanitation and food safety guidelines.
• Inventory: Assist in maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies and kitchenware.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a kitchen or restaurant setting preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects.
• Basic knowledge of sanitation and food safety procedures.

Compensation/Job Classification

• $18.00
• Full-Time Position
• Hourly

Benefits: At Northwood Hospitality, LLC, we value our team members and are committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!

For your physical and mental wellness, we offer competitive health insurance programs geared to you and your family’s needs as well as vacation, sick, and holiday benefits. For your financial wellness, Northwood Hospitality, LLC provides a wide array of coverage, including supplemental, spousal and child life insurance and short and long-term disability. In addition, our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts for hotel room discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing Northwood Hospitality, LLC as the employer of your future.

Northwood Hospitality, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.  We are dedicated to ensuring that all of our decisions regarding all aspects of the employment relationship are in accordance with our principles of equal opportunity.  It is the Company’s policy that, in exercising our management responsibilities, we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics or status protected by applicable state or local law.

Northwood Hospitality Diversity & Inclusion: The Company recognizes the value and importance of a diverse workforce and will continue to identify and attract a workforce of the best available talent at every organizational level. As the Company grows and expands, we remain committed to maintaining our workplace diversity, allowing us to maintain our leadership in the industry.

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Join a team that brings out the best in each other. Create memorable local experiences with a dash of fun—at The Darcy.