Chief Steward

Our client in the Hospitality sector seeks to hire a Chief Steward. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the stewarding team, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and sanitation in all kitchen and food service areas, and managing inventory and equipment. 

Location: Nairobi

Responsibilities

·      Supervises, coordinates and participates in the activities in dishwashing, ports and pans washing, silver polishing, kitchen cleaning, garbage and bottle disposal and equipment storage.

·      Prepare operating equipment provision budget for glass, silver and chinaware.

·      Ensure proper sanitation standards are met through maintenance of local health and sanitation codes

·      Trains employees in proper handling of machinery and equipment, tableware kitchen utensils, chemicals, etc.

·      Balance the operational, administrative, and stewarding team member needs, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations

·      Coordinates with other Food & Beverage sections regarding needed supplies, preparation and service.

·      Inspects performance of the team, condition of machinery and equipment and cleanliness and orderliness of work areas.

·      Plans and schedules work of the section taking into consideration such things as workloads and events orders.

·      Schedules preventive maintenance work and coordinates with engineering.

·      Initiates requisitions, work and maintenance orders, maintenance and sanitation reports.

·      Conducts inventory of tableware, kitchenware; and utensils and in coordination with cost control; prepares report.

Qualifications

·      Diploma in Hotel Management

·      At least 3 years experience in stewarding in a hotel or large restaurant setting 

·      Passionate about maintaining a clean and safe working environment

·      Familiarity with inventory management systems and software.

·      Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards within the hospitality industry.

·      Leadership experience with the ability to train, motivate, and supervise a team.

·      Good organizational and time-management skills.

·      Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

·      Attention to detail.