Dining Hall Steward (Dishwasher) at Retreat Center (Marshall)

The LightEn Center of Consciousness & Action (LCCA) is a new retreat center in the Blue Ridge mountains in Marshall, North Carolina, set to open in Fall 2025. LCCA will serve as a soul-focused sanctuary and learning center for individual and collective growth, exploration and transformation, focused on catalyzing the evolution of consciousness needed to solve humanity’s greatest challenges. The Center will host current and emerging leaders to cultivate and deepen the inner work needed to be more effective change agents in the world. LCCA is the home of LightEn US, which is part of the overall LightEn network. OVERVIEW: LightEn’s team is collectively working to deliver on an ambitious and world-changing mission, providing a world-class culture through a purpose driven lens. Further, this project is truly one-of-a-kind and is led by an extraordinary vision of its founders, transforming everyone who takes part. The Steward role represents an exceptional opportunity for a diligent and guest-focused professional to join LightEn US in its start-up phase. LCCA is located in Marshall, NC, approximately 30-minutes north of Asheville. Within the 489-acre property, the center is comprised of approximately 125 structures (existing + planned) spanning 100 acres. The center features 76 guest cabins, two teaching spaces, an 8500+ sq ft spa, fitness center, auditorium, event space, dining hall, horticultural complex including a greenhouse & 2 acre garden, and over 7.5 miles of hiking trails. Future phases of the project include an additional 30 guest cabins, a third teaching space, and team member accommodations; including a housing complex, cafeteria, and wellness center for staff use. Currently, there are about 20 LCCA team members, and we are forecasted to grow to over 50 team members by late-2025. The Stewards will report to the Sous Chef as part of the Food & Beverage Team in creating an exceptional dining experience for all who enter the dining hall, which is called the Kitchen Table. In addition to the core competencies outlined below, the right candidate will have resonance with LightEn’s vision, be flexible, have a desire to learn, maintain a willingness to contribute when needed, and an ability to lead from a place of inclusiveness, kindness and service. JOB PURPOSE: We are seeking dedicated and well-rounded Stewards to join our team and help support Kitchen Table operations and an exceptional experience for the guests and all who dine at LCCA. All team members are expected to model LightEn’s approach and values of reflection, collaboration, and soul-infused action and are encouraged and supported to do so throughout their own practices. Specific job responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Responsible for supporting all aspects dining hall operations. • Maintain the cleanliness of the Kitchen Table; clearing tables and dining spaces so that guests can comfortably dine. • Resolve or report any unsafe conditions immediately. • Empty and wash garbage cans. • Dispose of trash properly. • Maintain proper storage of dishes, glass racks and flatware. • Store plates on hot and cold lines for cooks. • Wash, organize and inventory china, glassware, silverware, utensils, pots and pans per standards. • Sweep and mop walk in refrigerators, kitchen areas. • Direct all purchasing needs to Sous Chef to ensure proper quality and quantities. • Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor. SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: • Excitement for working collaboratively with a team and sharing your knowledge. • Strong communication, active listening, and problem-solving skills, flexibility, and ability to work independently. • Conduct work in a safe, clean, and calm manner that supports an exceptional guest experience. • Ability and willingness to build meaningful relationships. • Knowledge or interest in our mission, vision, and culture. • Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business demands, including days, nights, weekends and holidays. • Willingness to cross-train and support additional functions at LCCA, a plus. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE: • Stand for extended periods of time. • Talk, hear, and use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. • Actively engage in extensive walking on and around campus, up/down hills, through trails in all weather conditions. • Climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or smell. • Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. • Team members must wear LCCA provided uniforms and maintain a neat appearance while on duty. WORKPLACE CULTURE & TEAM SUPPORT • Contribute to a calm and respectful kitchen atmosphere, even during high-volume service. • Support colleagues with teamwork, patience, and encouragement to ensure smooth operations. • Communicate thoughtfully, listening actively and offering constructive feedback. • Model humility, kindness, and professionalism in all interactions with guests and team members. • Practice mindfulness in daily work to maintain focus, consistency, and balance under pressure. • Approach challenges with solutions-oriented thinking while maintaining composure. AAP/EEO Statement LightEn provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, LightEn complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation. and training. LightEn expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of LightEn’s team members to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. APPLY: To apply for this position, please email LCCAcareers@light-en.org with the subject line “Dining Hall Steward”. Please attach your resume in your email and include a brief intro about yourself, why you’re interested in this role and how LightEn’s mission resonates with you in the body of the email. We will review applications on a rolling basis. Given the volume of applicants, we may not be able to reply to reach individual applicant and will only be in touch with those candidates we wish to schedule interviews with.