Hospitality Barista & Kitchen Steward

Korean Air Premium Lounge – LAX
Pay Rate: $25.26 per hour
Location: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Company: Sodexo Live!

Employment Requirement:

• Candidates must successfully pass a TSA background screening to obtain airport badging.

Schedule:

• Open availability preferred
• 6:30 AM – 12:30 PM
• 6:00 PM – 12:00 AM
• Shift times may adjust based on operational needs.

The Opportunity:

Step into a refined hospitality environment where global travel and elevated service meet. Sodexo Live! proudly supports the Korean Air Premium Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport, where thoughtful service, cultural hospitality, and operational excellence create a welcoming space for international travelers.

We are seeking a Hospitality Barista & Kitchen Steward who takes pride in maintaining a polished lounge environment while supporting the culinary and beverage teams. This role is ideal for a service professional who values teamwork, organization, and attention to detail in a premium hospitality setting.

Working behind the scenes and in guest-facing areas, you will help ensure the lounge operates smoothly by maintaining cleanliness, supporting beverage service, and assisting the culinary team in delivering a seamless guest experience.

Your Impact:

As a Utility Associate supporting beverage and kitchen operations, you play an essential role in maintaining the high standards expected within the Korean Air Premium Lounge.

You will:

• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming lounge environment for international travelers.
• Support the beverage, culinary, and lounge service teams to ensure efficient operations.
• Monitor inventory and assist with supply replenishment across guest and service areas.
• Uphold Sodexo Live! and Korean Air standards for cleanliness, safety, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and clean kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils to ensure sanitary conditions.
• Wash dishes, pots, and service equipment by hand or using commercial dish machines.
• Polish silverware and maintain presentation standards for service items.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain cleanliness of floors and workspaces.
• Remove trash and recycling to designated disposal areas.
• Clean and sanitize worktables, walls, refrigerators, and kitchen preparation areas.
• Transfer supplies and equipment between storage areas, pantry, and service stations.
• Assist beverage teams with basic beverage preparation support and service station organization.
• Support culinary and lounge teams with operational tasks to maintain service flow.
• Monitor and restock supplies in guest service areas as needed.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP policies.
• Attend scheduled shifts reliably and maintain consistent attendance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned based on lounge operational needs.

The Professional We’re Seeking:

• 2+ years of experience in hospitality, food service, facilities support, or service environments preferred.
• Experience working in high-volume kitchens, lounges, hotels, or restaurants is a plus.
• Strong work ethic with excellent attention to cleanliness and organization.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, team-oriented, and adaptable to changing operational needs.
• Professional appearance and commitment to maintaining a premium hospitality environment.