Steward

The Steward is responsible for the operation and maintenance of cleaning equipment and tools. He/she is also responsible for washing dishes, kitchen vessels, cleaning floors and equipment etc.

Primary Responsibilities

Operations

• Check dishwashing machines thoroughly to see if detergents for the machine needs to be replenished
• Send all soiled towels to the laundry and dry them
• Assist in polishing silver and copperware
• Keep work area clean, tidy and dry at all times
• Wash dishes as requested by the Steward Supervisor
• Ensure that water in the dishwashing machine is maintained at a constant level/temperature and must be changed once every 2 hours
• Observe correct procedures in handling machinery. Put on rubber gloves, wear an apron and hair net should when operating machines.
• Ensure that a decoy system must be set up before all soiled dishes are brought into the kitchen from the outlet. A container of detergent must be prepared in advance for soaking of cutleries
• Report to Steward Supervisor when any equipment/machinery is damaged, faulty or misused

Other Responsibilities

• Be well versed in hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures
• Attend all briefings, meetings and trainings as assigned by management
• Report for duty on time wearing clean and complete uniform at all times
• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times
• Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the Management of the Hotel

• Secondary / High school education will be an advantage
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a similar capacity
• Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
• Ability to speak other languages and basic understanding of local languages will be an advantage

• Service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team
• Self-motivated and energetic
• Maintain a clean and neat appearance at all times