Chief Steward

Company Description

Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North

Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North comprises a 345-key hotel, along with a souq encompassing 11,000sqm of leasing space, a beach club, a theme park, and a waterpark. The resort boasts panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf. Rixos plans to provide a platform for showcasing Qatar as a tourism destination. One of the country’s biggest draws will be Qetaifan Island North’s Waterpark attraction. The Rig 1938 is the world’s highest tower of its kind, reaching 82 metres.

Job Description

Chief Steward

The Chief Steward is responsible for supervising and coordinating all stewarding operations to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, sanitation, and maintenance in all kitchens, service areas, and back-of-house F&B outlets.

• Supervise all stewarding operations to ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of kitchens, storerooms, dishwashing areas, and equipment.
• Implement and monitor cleaning schedules, waste segregation, and pest control measures in compliance with HACCP and hotel standards.
• Oversee dishwashing, silver polishing, and proper handling of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of dishwashing machines, kitchen equipment, and chemicals.
• Monitor breakages and implement preventive measures to minimize loss.
• Support culinary and service teams with an adequate supply of clean utensils, chinaware, glassware, and kitchen tools.
• Lead, train, and motivate the stewarding team to achieve operational excellence.
• Prepare staff schedules, allocate tasks, and monitor performance.
• Conduct regular training sessions on hygiene, chemical usage, and safety procedures.
• Manage and control stewarding budget, including chemicals, cleaning supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of stewarding supplies and request replenishment when necessary.
• Ensure all stewarding operations comply with HACCP, food safety, and local health regulations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Chief Steward in a 5-star hotel/resort.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Leadership and supervisory skills with the ability to manage a diverse team.
• Good communication in English (other languages are a plus).
• Problem-solving, organizational, and cost-control skills.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, weekends, and under pressure.