About the Role
About the Role
We are looking for a hardworking and self-motivated steward to join our team at Sawari hospitality Solutions. Upon onboarding, you will undergo foundational training to further prepare you for contract jobs in restaurants, hotels and catering companies across Nairobi.
To be successful in this role, you require sharp organizational and communication skills; competency to work independently with minimal supervision; outstanding work efficiency and an ability to function as a supportive team player.
Upon demonstrated job performance excellence, kitchen stewards will be considered for numerous growth opportunities within their desired field of interest.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the kitchen is clean, well maintained and organized at all times.
- Ensure floors are clean and dry at all times.
- Adhere to all sanitation and safety guidelines.
- Dispose of waste as per the hotel and authority standards, and adhere to recycling guidelines.
- Carry out general cleaning as directed; this includes sweeping, mopping up, washing up, emptying of rubbish bins and boxes ensuring placement in the correct containers.
- Ensure waste bin areas are kept clean and tidy.
- Operate pot-washing machinery and maintain a hygienic working environment in accordance with hygiene regulations and company standards.
- Clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, and other minor equipment routinely used in the kitchen following established procedures.
- Clean and sanitize dishes and related service ware following established procedures.
- Cleans large equipment as assigned, following established procedures.
- Clean and maintain floors and walls in the kitchen and dish washing area as per the standard procedures.
- Wash, wipe, sort, stack dishes, and load / unload the dishwasher.
- Wash, wipe, sort, stack and store all cleaned items in an organized and safe manner.
- Remove any broken or chipped service items from circulation and update the breakage and inventory register.
- Consistently adhere to SDS (Safety Data Sheet) related to the proper and safe use of chemicals in the workplace.
- Check all chemical levels and inventory.
- Clean, sanitize and close workstations.
- Ensure all equipment is clean and in good working order.
- Use and maintain all equipment according to manufacturer and department guidelines.
- Report any maintenance or hazard issues to the chief steward / stewarding manager.
- Assist in light food preparation as directed by the manager or chef on duty.
- Assist in serving food and beverages to guests in the dining room as directed by the manager or chef on duty.
Requirements
At least 1-year of working experience as a kitchen steward with a high school diploma or a certificate in food preparation, nutrition or sanitation and food safety.
Preferably have knowledge and proficiency to operate industrial dish washers.
Exceptional problem-solving, communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to work during peak hospitality hours; this includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Strong ethics, integrity and dependability.
An ability to work independently, belief in a strong team culture, and a desire to blaze the trail for high performance.
About the Company
Apply Now!
To apply, send us an application email via hr@sawarihospitality.com with your CV and valid food handlers license and attached. Kindly remember to include the job title you are applying for in the email subject.
Should your application be successful, we will reach out to you for an interview.
Good Luck!