Assistant Chief Steward

An Assistant Chief Steward oversees and directs all aspects of stewarding operations under the general guidance and supervision of the Chief Steward, following Hilton policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.

• Guide Steward Supervisors and Stewards in their jobs. 
• Oversee the cleanliness standards for kitchen areas, banquet rooms, equipment and utensils
• In-charge of implementing the cleaning program as scheduled and monitoring the results of the program. 
• Be up to date with new cleaning supplies, equipment, trends and systems in stewarding. 
• Assist the Stewards during operations. 
• Responsible for the handling and daily maintenance of all kitchen and cleaning equipment, storing safely all flatware, glassware, hollowware, utensils and related equipment. 
• Maintain stock for cleaning supplies, chemicals and operating equipment, making requisitions when needed. 
• Assign specific tasks to the stewarding team. 
• Maintain and update the Steward Operating Manual, chemical and cleaning charts for the team’s reference. 
• Report all accidents and incidents. 
• Conduct and prepare the monthly operating equipment inventory. 
• Monitor operating equipment, reporting any breakage or loss in the Breakage and Loss Report. 
• Coordinate with the Engineering department for preventive maintenance systems for exhaust, drainage, burners, fryers, refrigerator, freezers and other major equipment. 
• Inspect all stewarding supplies and equipment received according to the established specifications. 
• Check that all areas of the kitchen, canteen, and storerooms are of approved sanitation standards. 
• Update and review cleaning products, purchase specifications and cleaning methods to ensure the highest possible standards at all times. 
• Provide active supervision during the implementation of cleaning schedules. 
• Establish good communication with the Kitchen team. 
• Get members of the team to work cooperatively with others. 
• Keep the team up to date about departmental, hotel, company activities, special events and restaurant promotions through regular communication meetings and memos. 
• Assist with selecting, training, coaching and developing team members to meet current and future needs of the department and the hotel. 
• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of customers and all team members. 
• The Management reserves the right to make changes to this job description at its sole discretion and without advance notice. 
• Carry out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma equivalent or above. 
• At least 5 years of working experience in a 5-star category hotel