Cluster Assistant Chief Steward – Stewarding Operations Excellence Partner at InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay (Operational) & Kimpton Sevn Dubai (Pre-Opening)
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About the Role
We are seeking a Cluster Assistant Chief Steward to support stewarding operations across InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay and Kimpton Sevn Dubai. The role involves maintaining hygiene standards, leading stewarding teams, and ensuring operational readiness in a luxury hospitality environment.
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Responsibilities
- Support the implementation of cluster wide stewarding SOPs and hygiene standards
- Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, and local regulatory requirements
- Conduct routine inspections of kitchens, storage areas, and back of house spaces
- Supervise daily stewarding operations across restaurants, bars, banquets, and IRD
- Assist in leading, coaching, and developing stewarding colleagues across both properties
- Support inventory management of chemicals, cleaning supplies, and equipment
- Support recruitment and onboarding of stewarding colleagues for pre opening
Requirements
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred
- 4–7 years of progressive stewarding or kitchen operations experience in luxury hotels
- Supervisory experience within stewarding operations preferred
- Multi outlet hospitality experience strongly preferred
- Pre opening experience desirable
- Strong knowledge of HACCP and hygiene compliance standards
- Highly organized and detail focused
- Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills
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Role Overview
- At InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay & Kimpton Sevn Dubai, we are seeking a Cluster Assistant Chief Steward to support and elevate stewarding operations across two distinctive luxury and lifestyle brands.
- This role is designed for a highly organized, quality driven, and operationally hands on leader who understands that exceptional culinary experiences rely on spotless kitchens, efficient support systems, and well coordinated stewarding operations.
Stewarding Operations & Standards
- Support the implementation of cluster wide stewarding SOPs and hygiene standards
- Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety, and local regulatory requirements
- Conduct routine inspections of kitchens, storage areas, and back of house spaces
- Maintain cleanliness standards aligned with brand expectations
Operational Excellence
- Supervise daily stewarding operations across restaurants, bars, banquets, and IRD
- Ensure dishwashing operations, waste management, and cleaning schedules are executed effectively
- Monitor chemical usage, equipment condition, and stewarding inventory levels
- Support kitchen readiness during service periods and peak operational demand
Team Leadership & Development
- Assist in leading, coaching, and developing stewarding colleagues across both properties
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence
- Support training initiatives focused on hygiene, safety, and equipment handling
- Assist with scheduling and workforce deployment to support operational needs
Support to Culinary & Service Teams
- Work closely with chefs and F&B leaders to ensure smooth operational support
- Assist banquet and event operations through effective stewarding coordination
- Ensure the timely availability of clean equipment, utensils, and service ware
- Support the resolution of operational challenges impacting service delivery
Pre Opening Stewarding Excellence (Kimpton Sevn Dubai)
- Support recruitment and onboarding of stewarding colleagues
- Assist in implementing stewarding systems, workflows, and SOPs
- Help prepare kitchens and BOH areas for operational readiness
- Participate in trial operations and mock service exercises
Inventory & Cost Control
- Support inventory management of chemicals, cleaning supplies, and equipment
- Assist in monitoring operational expenses and reducing waste
- Promote responsible use of resources and equipment
Cross Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with Culinary, Engineering, Hygiene, and F&B Operations teams
- Support audits, inspections, and compliance reviews
- Contribute to initiatives that improve workflow efficiency and operational effectiveness
What We Need From You
- Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred
- 4–7 years of progressive stewarding or kitchen operations experience in luxury hotels
- Supervisory experience within stewarding operations preferred
- Multi outlet hospitality experience strongly preferred
- Pre opening experience desirable
- Strong knowledge of HACCP and hygiene compliance standards
- Highly organized and detail focused
- Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills
- Hands on, proactive, and solution oriented
- Committed to cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency
- Collaborative and calm under pressure
- Eager to learn, grow, and develop within a leadership environment
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