Back of House Head Steward - (req72274)

Sterling Kohler; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 29,373 - 35,901; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals and refreshments daily

Exclusive resort perks and discounts

Free fitness center access and wellness facilities

Referral rewards

Job summary

Sterling Kohler in St Andrews is seeking a Head Steward to lead the kitchen porters and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. You will oversee the sanitation of all kitchen areas and manage cleaning schedules effectively to ensure a respectful work environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in kitchen cleaning supervision and knowledge of housekeeping standards along with strong organizational skills. This permanent full-time position offers a competitive salary and additional benefits to promote well-being and employee satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen or foodservice cleaning supervision.
• Knowledge of housekeeping standards and kitchen hygiene regulations.
• Understanding of hazardous chemical handling and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
• Create and monitor cleaning schedules for all kitchen areas.
• Ensure a safe and respectful working environment.

Skills

Kitchen cleaning supervision

Housekeeping standards

Organisational skills

Leadership

Job description

About the Role

Our award-winning culinary team, led by our Executive Chef, is looking for a Head Steward to oversee kitchen porters and maintain back‑of‑house cleanliness and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen equipment, pots and pans, glassware, china, silverware, floors, walls, food preparation areas, storage areas and back‑of‑house hallways and stairs.
• Create and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules for all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Comply with hazardous chemical use and training programs.
• Maintain inventory of kitchen equipment, cleaning supplies, detergents, crockery, glassware, and equipment stores.
• Develop and manage a waste management program to optimise recycling levels.
• Reward and recognise high performance to maintain staff morale and high standards.
• Ensure work standards and a safe, respectful working environment in line with HOME values.
• Utilise Quinyx for scheduling Kitchen Porters based on forecasted business levels.
• Hold daily briefings and handovers to ensure essential cleaning duties are performed timely and hygiene standards maintained.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience in kitchen or foodservice cleaning supervision.
• Knowledge of housekeeping standards and kitchen hygiene regulations.
• Understanding of hazardous chemical handling and training requirements.
• Ability to maintain inventory and manage supplies.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to set and monitor cleaning schedules.
• Leadership experience, with ability to motivate staff and recognise high performance.
• Ensuring a safe & respectful work environment.

Hours

Permanent, Full Time 40hrs over 5 days per week

Salary

£32,637.54 per annum

Benefits

• Dine on Us – free meals and refreshments daily in staff canteen.
• Exclusive resort perks and discounts on restaurants, rooms, etc.
• Kohler Group benefits and wider discounts.
• Free fitness centre access, pool, sauna, hot tub.
• Mortgage consultations.
• Cycle2Work programme.
• Perkbox exclusive discounts and rewards.
• Referral rewards.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme support.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Old Course Hotel is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no job applicant, employee, or worker is discriminated against on the grounds of protected characteristics.