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it has to do with who is most likely to be doing the job. "Stewards" used to be primarily men; when women began to assume the role more often, almost exclusively in some areas, the term "stewardess" was used. now as men are beginning to come back into that role, the term "steward" is being revived. what's the big deal?
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