Kitchen Steward

University of the arts sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Arts Sharjah is seeking a Kitchen Steward to uphold cleanliness, hygiene, and organization across kitchen and stewarding areas. You will clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work surfaces while supporting the kitchen team and helping maintain food safety.

The role requires knowledge of cleaning chemicals, HACCP practices, ability to work under pressure, and physical fitness to perform cleaning duties.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in kitchen stewarding is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene and sanitation.
• Understanding of cleaning chemicals and their safe handling.
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Physically fit and capable of performing cleaning duties.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize all kitchen equipment, utensils, pots, pans, crockery and cutlery.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, walls, drains and work surfaces.
• Ensure dishwashing machines are operated correctly and maintained.
• Support kitchen team by providing clean equipment and workspace.
• Follow HACCP procedures and food safety regulations.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals.
• Manage waste and recycling per procedures.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and use PPE.

Skills

Kitchen hygiene

Sanitation

Team player

Pressure handling

Physical fitness

Tools

Cleaning chemicals handling

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Job Purpose

To maintain the highest standards of cleanliness hygiene sanitation and organization throughout the kitchen and stewarding areas. The Kitchen Steward is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment utensils crockery cutlery and work areas while supporting the kitchen team in maintaining food safety and HACCP requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• A Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Clean and sanitize all kitchen equipment utensils pots pans crockery and cutlery
  • Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors walls drains and work surfaces
  • Ensure all dishwashing machines are operated correctly and maintained
  • Clean and sanitize food preparation areas according to hygiene standards
  • Follow the daily weekly and monthly cleaning schedules
  • Ensure proper cleaning and sanitizing of garbage bins and waste disposal areas
• B Kitchen Support
  • Provide clean and sanitized equipment and utensils to the kitchen team when required
  • Assist chefs with maintaining clean and organized kitchen workstations
  • Ensure sufficient availability of clean crockery cutlery
  • Maintain proper storage and organization of cleaning materials kitchen utensils
  • Support kitchen operations during busy service periods and equipment
• C Food Safety and HACCP Compliance
  • Follow all HACCP procedures and food safety regulations
  • Ensure correct chemical usage and dilution according to manufacturer instructions
  • Maintain proper cleaning and sanitation records
  • Prevent cross-contamination by following approved cleaning procedures
  • Ensure cleaning chemicals are stored separately from food and food-contact materials
  • Report any hygiene or pest-control concerns immediately
• D Waste Management
  • Collect and dispose of kitchen waste according to established procedures
  • Separate general waste and recyclable materials where applicable
  • Maintain cleanliness of waste collection areas
  • Ensure garbage bins are cleaned and sanitized regularly
• E Health Safety and Equipment
  • Follow workplace health and safety procedures
  • Wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Handle cleaning chemicals safely
  • Report damaged equipment unsafe conditions and maintenance issues
  • Maintain proper use and care of dishwashing machines and cleaning equipment

Requirements

• Previous experience in kitchen stewarding is an advantage
• Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene and sanitation
• Understanding of cleaning chemicals and their safe handling
• Knowledge of HACCP and food safety practices is preferred
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team
• Physically fit and capable of performing cleaning duties

Key Performance Indicators

• Compliance with kitchen cleaning schedules
• Cleanliness and sanitation inspection results
• Compliance with HACCP and food safety requirements
• Proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals
• Availability of clean kitchen equipment and utensils
• Reduction of breakages and equipment damage
• Timely completion of assigned cleaning tasks

General Responsibilities

• Maintain professional behavior and teamwork
• Follow instructions from the Stewarding Supervisor and Executive Chef
• Attend departmental meetings and training sessions
• Perform any other reasonable duties assigned by management