Hilton Steward Job in San Juan - Hotel Career — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This is an on-site, in-person role at a Hilton property in San Juan, Puerto Rico. It requires physical presence in the hotel kitchen and dining areas — there is no remote or location-independent component. Digital nomads and location-flexible workers should look for remote-compatible roles instead.
That said, if you are a traveler based in or relocating to Puerto Rico, this role has a standout perk: 110 nights of deeply discounted hotel stays (as low as $40/night) through the Go Hilton program. This is a rare travel benefit in a hospitality role that could support a lifestyle of weekend travel or regional exploration across the Caribbean and beyond.
Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, so U.S. citizens and permanent residents do not need a visa or work permit to live and work here. For non-U.S. nationals, standard U.S. work authorization is required. The island offers a relatively low cost of living compared to mainland U.S. cities, making the compensation (even without a stated salary) potentially stretch further.
- Not async-friendly: Shift-based kitchen/steward work with fixed, in-person hours
- Travel perk: Hilton Go program — significant value for travel-loving employees
- Visa note: U.S. work authorization required; no special nomad visa pathway
Picture yourself brightening someone's day. When you join our Hotels team, that's exactly what you'll do every time you come to work! As a General Cleaner – Steward, you're not just keeping our kitchen and dining areas sparkling clean — you're spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.
ResponsibilitiesHere's what you'll do during a typical day:
- Keep serviceware spotless: Clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils, scrub pots and pans, and burnish silver
- Monitor stock levels: Ensure supplies and equipment are always well stocked and organized for seamless service
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness: Perform essential cleaning tasks, including mopping and trash removal
- Support events delivery: Prepare and set up clean serviceware for banquets and functions
- Train and mentor team members: Share your expertise with new stewards to help strengthen team performance
- Comply with regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member well-being
What It Takes to Make the Stay
At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:
- A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality
- Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing
- Inspiring others through Leadership
- A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes
- A sense of Ownership and accountability
- A focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment
Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
At Hilton, we don't just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests — we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we've welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World's Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we're setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether you're starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career — and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we're more than a great place to stay — we're a great place to work.
BenefitsAt Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next
- Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
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