Stewarding Team Leader: Lead Kitchen Hygiene & Ops

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 complimentary nights a year across

Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt

Free meals on duty

Uniform provided and laundered

Headspace membership and access to our

50% discount on food and beverages

Continuous learning and development

Job summary

Hyatt Regency London - The Churchill is seeking a Stewarding Team Leader to lead and supervise the stewarding team, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and efficiency across kitchen areas. You will oversee dishwashing, sanitation, and stock handling while coordinating shifts and supporting team productivity during service.

The role requires previous Kitchen Porter or Stewarding experience, with supervisory experience preferred in a hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and understanding of health, safety and hygiene regulations.
• Experience in Kitchen Porter or Stewarding roles; supervisory or team leadership experience preferred in a hotel setting.
• Willingness to lead, coach and support a team to maintain high standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the stewarding team, ensuring high cleanliness, organization and efficiency across kitchen areas.
• Oversee cleaning and sanitation of equipment, utensils and surfaces to strict hygiene standards.
• Ensure smooth operation of dishwashing areas and proper equipment maintenance.
• Coordinate shifts, allocate tasks and drive team productivity during service.
• Assist with receiving, storage and organization of deliveries; ensure stock rotation.
• Monitor waste management and sustainability practices in line with safety standards.
• Train, coach and support team members to foster a positive working environment.
• Collaborate with chefs to ensure seamless operations during busy service periods.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and company standards at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Team player

Health and hygiene

Job description

Hyatt Regency London - The Churchill is seeking a Stewarding Team Leader to lead and supervise the stewarding team, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and efficiency across kitchen areas. You will oversee dishwashing, sanitation, and stock handling while coordinating shifts and supporting team productivity during service.

The role requires previous Kitchen Porter or Stewarding experience, with supervisory experience preferred in a hotel environment.