Chief Steward
On-siteCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelAssociates DegreeHospitalityEnterprise
Full TimeSenior LevelAssociates DegreeEnterpriseHospitality
Job Summary
Lead and manage the stewarding department across all kitchens, outlets, banquets, and back-of-house areas, ensuring continuous supply of clean, safe, and well-maintained equipment. Enforce strict compliance with Vietnam food safety laws, HACCP, and hygiene standards while overseeing night cleaning, deep cleaning schedules, and waste management. Control stewarding payroll, breakages, chemical consumption, and operating expenses through inventory management and budgeting support. Work closely with the Executive Chef and F&B leadership on audits and inspections to maintain high standards in food production and storage.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years' extensive experience in a comparable role within a prestigious luxury hotel or resort
- Comprehensive and in-depth knowledge of advanced cleaning procedures
- Proper chemical handling
- Proficient operation of industrial dishwashing systems
- Proven experience as Chief Steward in a large hotel or resort with high-volume F&B
- Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
- Solid financial acumen: cost control, inventory control
- Fluent English
- Unwavering commitment to flexibility in work schedules, including the willingness to work various shifts, evenings, weekends, and public holidays
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership abilities
- Superior organisational skills
- Advanced problem-solving capabilities
- Exemplary communication skills
- The ability to cultivate and maintain professional interpersonal relationships
- Proven capacity to perform effectively under high-pressure situations
- Thrive in a diverse, multicultural environment
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