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Steward | Part-Time | Pasadena Convention Center & Auditorium
Company : Dallas Convention Center
Location : Pasadena, CA, 91101
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.
Position Summary
The Kitchen Steward is responsible for assisting in the efficient operation of the kitchen and restaurants by maintaining cleanliness standards through the operation of dishwashing equipment and sinks, polishing silverware, removing garbage, cleaning of equipment and work areas including the sweeping and mopping of floors. The Kitchen Steward/Dishwasher will also assist in general food preparation for events. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work events as scheduled per business need.
This role will pay an hourly wage of $19.00-$22.00.
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline
About the Venue
The Pasadena Convention Center is a campus-style meetings and events complex in Pasadena, California offering 130,000 sq. ft. of meeting space.
Responsibilities
- Assist in inventory management, which includes restocking supplies when necessary
- Dispose of waste in accordance with waste management procedure
- Clean all pots and pans along with cleaning and maintaining kitchens and stewarding
- Follow and maintain knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
- Cleans kitchen equipment and practices all HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) procedures
- Scrapes and rinses food from dirty dishes and washes them by hand or places them in racks or on conveyor to dishwashing machine depending on assigned equipment. Ensures complete cleanliness and sanitation
- Washes pots, pans and trays based on assigned procedures
- Ensure complete cleanliness and sanitation
- Polishes silver using burnishing machine tumbler, chemical dip, buffing wheel and hand cloth depending on assigned equipment and procedures
- Ensures complete cleanliness and sanitation
- Ensures compliance with outlined safety procedures
- Maintains temperatures and chemical levels as outlined by provided standards
- Keeps dish area orderly and in compliance with safety standards
- Sweeps and mops kitchen floors to ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards
- Washes worktables, walls, refrigerators, meat blocks and other food prep surfaces
- Removes trash and places it in designated containers
- Steam cleans or hoses out garbage cans
- Transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas
- Helps load and unload supplies and product
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Passion for hospitality
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment
- Working knowledge of all applicable sanitation requirements
- Proven ability to read and understand directions
- Ability to adapt to production requirements
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Pasadena, CA
Frequently asked questions
Pasadena's hospitality scene sees steady demand for part-time steward roles, especially in large venues such as convention centers. While competition exists, applicants with flexible schedules and knowledge of sanitation practices often have an edge, reflecting the city's active event calendar and need for reliable support staff.
Employers in Pasadena, including those at convention centers, typically prefer candidates familiar with local food safety regulations and HACCP protocols. While formal certification isn't always mandatory, having recognized food handling or sanitation credentials can significantly boost your chances in this market.
During sizable gatherings, stewards must efficiently manage high volumes of dishwashing, waste disposal, and equipment cleaning while maintaining strict hygiene standards. Balancing rapid turnaround times with sanitation compliance is crucial, especially in a bustling venue like Pasadena Convention Center.
Expect to handle dishwashing, polish silverware, manage waste disposal, and maintain kitchen cleanliness including floors and prep surfaces. Additionally, supporting general food prep and inventory restocking are common, requiring adaptability and attention to safety standards.
At Dallas Convention Center, part-time stewards contribute to a large-scale venue with diverse events, requiring flexibility and teamwork. Compared to smaller venues, the role may involve advanced dishwashing equipment and adherence to rigorous sanitation protocols specific to this facility.
Oak View Group emphasizes diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where varied backgrounds strengthen service excellence. Stewards joining the Dallas Convention Center team can expect an environment valuing innovation and community representation within the hospitality sector.
The position offers an hourly wage between $19.00 and $22.00, competitive for steward roles in Pasadena. This pay reflects the specialized sanitation skills and fast-paced nature expected in managing event-driven kitchen operations.
Yes, familiarity with dishwashing machines, silver polishing tools, and HACCP procedures is highly beneficial. Candidates comfortable with both manual and mechanical cleaning methods generally perform better in Pasadena's dynamic hospitality settings.
Starting as a steward offers a foundation in kitchen operations and food safety, potentially leading to supervisory roles like stewarding supervisor or catering event staff positions. Gaining experience here can open doors to broader venue management or hospitality service careers.
Dallas Convention Center offers flexible scheduling to accommodate part-time stewards’ varied availability, especially around event dates. This approach helps employees manage work-life balance while gaining valuable experience in a large-scale hospitality environment.