Chief Steward

Job description

Key tasks

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chief Steward to join our Stewarding team; some of the key duties and responsibilities of this role are:
*To have a full working knowledge of all hygiene and occupational health & safety regulations in the United Arab Emirates, according to UAE Municipality standards.
*To possess the HACCP certification and to comply and follow at all times the HACCP processes put into place.
*To ensure that breakages are administrated in order to provide constant feedback to the operation as a tool to reduce breakages and losses.
*To strictly adhere to the established operating expenses and ensure that all costs are controlled.
*To ensure an effective payroll control through a flexible work force and maintain a close cooperation with other Food & Beverage outlets.
*To participate in the formulation of the Annual Operating Budget operating cost, operating equipment and FF&E requirements in line with the compilation of the Annual Business Plan.
*To ensure that the Stewarding Department is managed, providing a courteous, professional, efficient and flexible service at all times.
*To assist and coach in the operation and be visible during peak times or major events having a hands on approach.
*To implement a flexible scheduling based on business patterns.
*To have a full working knowledge and capability to supervise, correct and demonstrate all duties and tasks in the assigned place of work.
*To assign responsibilities to subordinates, implementing multi tasking principle and to check their performance periodically.
*To establish and strictly control inventories and to the par stocks in the operation for all operating equipments, Food & Beverage, FF&E items and to ensure that the outlet is adequately equipped.
*To conduct monthly inventory checks on all operating equipments and supplies.

Main Requirements:
*A minimum 2 years of experience in Stewarding Department on Chief Steward position
*Food Handling Certification is a must
*Must be able to read, write & speak English fluently
*Good knowledge of chemicals and Inventory process
*Computer literate required
*Strong interpersonal, organizational and problem solving abilities
*Highly responsible & reliable
*Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
*Ability to coach, train, counsel and encourage Stewarding employees

RIXOS AND ITS PEOPLE

“We, Rixos talent, are proud of our brand. Natural Entertainers , we aim to make our guests live in the moment and turn any interaction into unforgettable experiences. Rebels at Heart , We refuse to conform our thinking to traditional expectations. We are people who constantly challenge the status quo. Entrepreneur-minded , We take calculated risks through employing out-of-the-box approaches. Innovative , We strive to move beyond convention and challenge traditional thinking. Joining Rixos Hotels will give you the opportunity to gain international experience while developing expertise and leadership through Personal Development & Leadership Trainings”.

Desired profile

Skills

Level of Education Bachelor / Licence
Areas of study Hospitality Management
Professional experiences 3 to 5 years
Languages essential English

Essential and optional requirements

·  Excel
·  Word