Chief Steward

We are seeking a highly organized and efficient Chief Steward to join our team in Jeddah Saudi Arabia. As the backbone of our kitchen operations you will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness hygiene and operational efficiency in our food service areas.

• Oversee all stewarding operations ensuring a clean organized and efficient backofhouse environment
• Implement and maintain strict adherence to local health and safety regulations including HACCP compliance
• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies equipment and utensils ensuring optimal stock levels at all times
• Coordinate closely with kitchen and F&B teams to provide clean dry equipment as needed
• Supervise and train stewarding staff fostering a positive and motivational work environment
• Control costs and manage payroll efficiently to optimize department performance
• Conduct regular inspections of all food service areas to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Hygiene Manager to implement and improve cleaning procedures
• Handle guest and employee inquiries professionally and courteously
• Lead by example during peak periods assisting the team handson when necessary
• Oversee night cleaning operations to ensure all areas meet the highest standards of cleanliness
• Implement strategies to minimize breakages and reduce losses
• Stay updated on the latest cleaning technologies and ecofriendly practices in the industry

Qualifications :

• Proven experience as a Chief Steward or in a similar role in a highvolume food service environment
• Indepth knowledge of health and safety regulations including HACCP principles
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train motivate and manage a diverse team
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control
• Strong problemsolving abilities and decisionmaking skills
• Exceptional communication skills both verbal and written
• Detailoriented with a keen eye for cleanliness and organization
• Physical stamina to handle the demands of a fastpaced kitchen environment
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights weekends and holidays
• Professionalism and integrity with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality
• Team player mentality with a positive and approachable attitude
• Knowledge of kitchen operations and food service standards
• Familiarity with modern cleaning equipment and sanitation procedures
• Basic computer skills for managing inventory and creating reports
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Additional Information :

• Being a Raffles employee means embodying and conveying the brand and the company mindset through our Heartiest service culture.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime