Chief Steward

Advanced Search Group; Manama; On-site; BHD 7,000 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Marriott International in Bahrain seeks a Kitchen Utility Supervisor to manage daily kitchen operations, supervise dishroom and back dock staff, and ensure guest and employee satisfaction while respecting the budget. You will assist management with hiring, training, and scheduling and uphold safety and uniform standards.

The role involves supervising non-cooking staff, maintaining professional appearance, and adhering to company policies across hotel operations.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Related work experience: At least 2 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory experience: At least 1 year of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen utility operations and staff (dish room, night cleaning, back dock cleaning, banquet plating and food running).
• Supervise kitchen employees not actively engaged in cooking (dishwashers, kitchen helpers, etc.).
• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating employees.
• Follow safety policies and procedures; report accidents and unsafe conditions; complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and professional appearance; protect company assets; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Staff supervision

Team coordination

Guest service basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Manages the daily kitchen utility operations and staff. Areas of responsibilities include dish room operations, night cleaning, back dock cleaning and maintenance, banquet plating and food running. Supervises kitchen employees not actively engaged in cooking (e.g., dishwashers, kitchen helpers, etc.). Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget.

Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; anticipate and address guests’ service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisors.

Preferred qualifications

Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Related work experience: At least 2 years of related work experience.

Supervisory experience: At least 1 year of supervisory experience.

License or certification: None.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property.

You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.