Stewarding Manager
- Full-time
- Job-Category: Culinary
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Schedule: Full-Time
Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and efficient Stewarding Manager to join our team in Visakhapatnam, India. As a key member of our hospitality management team, you will oversee the stewarding department, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and operational efficiency in our food service areas.
- Lead and manage the stewarding team, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, health department standards, and internal audit requirements
- Supervise the sanitation of kitchens, storerooms, hallways, and equipment
- Collaborate with culinary, F&B, catering, and banquet teams to anticipate and meet equipment needs
- Manage inventory of cleaning supplies, china, glassware, and silverware
- Oversee the maintenance and proper functioning of kitchen equipment
- Implement and maintain quality control measures for cleanliness and sanitation
- Coordinate with night cleaning staff to ensure seamless 24/7 operations
- Prepare and analyze daily, weekly, and monthly reports on labor and productivity
- Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to strategic planning
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the stewarding department
- Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety protocols
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience in stewarding or a related hospitality department
- At least 2 years of experience in a hotel or similar hospitality setting
- Proven knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation standards
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities
- Proficiency in scheduling and labor management
- Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff, management, and guests
- Experience with inventory management and cost control
- Familiarity with health department regulations and internal audit processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and hotel management software
- Bilingual skills (English and local language) preferred
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays, as needed