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ARAMARK Stewarding Sustainability Supervisor - Aventura Catering Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, Arizona
Job Description
The Sustainability Lead Steward Supervisor is responsible for executing, supervising, and continuously improving sustainability, waste-diversion, sanitation, and stewarding operations across the venue. This role leads stewarding and sustainability teams during events and daily operations to ensure proper waste sorting, recycling, composting, donation recovery, sanitation compliance, and inventory control in a high-volume, event-driven environment.
This is a hands-on supervisory role focused on execution, training, compliance, and accountability?including ownership of janitorial and stewarding inventory through month-end close ?rather than policy-only sustainability work.
Job Responsibilities
Sustainability & Zero-Waste Operations
Lead venue sustainability programs including recycling, composting, reuse, oil recovery, and food donation initiatives
Oversee waste sorting stations and post-event material recovery to maximize landfill diversion
Monitor waste streams during events and correct contamination issues in real time
Track and report diversion metrics, weight tickets, oil waste, and material flows in coordination with approved vendors
Maintain and organize back-of-house recycling, composting, and sustainability areas
Support venue or client sustainability goals (e.g., zero-waste events, municipal or client sustainability programs)
Assist with sustainability, recycling, and sanitation execution during on-site events
Stewarding & Team Leadership
Supervise stewarding and sustainability crews during events and non-event operating days
Assign staff to waste stations, back-of-house sorting areas, recycling centers, and post-event cleanups
Train stewards, leads, temp staff, and volunteers on:
Proper waste separation
Composting and recycling procedures
Sanitation, food safety, and HACCP standards
Conduct pre-event briefings and post-event debriefs focused on performance, safety, and improvement opportunities
Ensure staffing levels align with event size, layout, and service needs
Inspect stewarding equipment, carts, containers, and tools for cleanliness, readiness, and safe operation
Janitorial & Stewarding Inventory Ownership (Month-End Accountability)
Own stewardship and janitorial inventory control , including chemicals, cleaning supplies, liners, PPE, and related consumables
Maintain par levels for stewarding and sanitation supplies based on operational and event needs
Track inventory usage, losses, and replenishment throughout the month
Complete and reconcile month-end inventory counts and documentation in alignment with company and finance requirements
Coordinate ordering, receiving, storage, and rotation of janitorial and stewarding supplies
Ensure proper labeling, storage, and compliance with safety and sanitation standards for all chemicals and materials
Reporting, Documentation & Compliance
Accurately complete sustainability, sanitation, and inventory reports and logs
Maintain records required for venue, client, municipal, or internal sustainability programs
Document issues, corrective actions, and follow-ups related to waste, sanitation, or safety
Support internal audits, inspections, and operational reviews
Enforce company policies related to safety, sanitation, environmental compliance, and inventory control
Qualifications
1?3 years of supervisory experience in stewarding, sanitation, sustainability, or event operations
Experience in large-scale venues, convention centers, or high-volume food & beverage operations strongly preferred
Working knowledge of:
Recycling, composting, and waste diversion
Sanitation and food safety standards
Experience with janitorial or stewarding inventory management preferred
Ability to lead teams in fast-paced, event-driven environments
Strong communication and on-the-floor problem-solving skills
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work indoors and outdoors as required
Comfortable working nights, weekends, and event-based schedules
Education
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .