Assistant Stewarding Manager

Hilton Hotels; Chennai District; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton Hotels in Chennai is seeking an Assistant Stewarding Manager to lead the stewarding team and oversee back-of-house operations across restaurant and banquet functions. The role emphasizes sanitation, regulatory compliance, and efficient service.

You will coach staff, manage shifts, monitor performance, and collaborate with kitchen teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences in a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years as a Stewarding Team Leader in an international brand hotel.
• Knowledge of HACCP practices and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily back-of-house operations: oversee stewards, dishwashers, and temporary staff to ensure proper cleaning and transport of serviceware.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of back-of-house spaces to uphold sanitation standards.
• Coordinate inventory, equipment storage, and timely delivery of food and equipment for all functions.
• Support team performance and development: scheduling, coaching, evaluations, and recognition.
• Monitor performance metrics and assist with cost controls and efficiency improvements.
• Collaborate with kitchen, bar, and restaurant teams to ensure seamless service.
• Uphold regulatory standards for health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness.

Skills

Team leadership

HACCP knowledge

Education

Middle School Diploma equivalent or above

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone s day. When you join our Hotels team, that s exactly what you ll do every time you come to work! You are a dynamic leader who manages a team of stewards, oversees operations, and drives service excellence. As a Assistant Stewarding Manager, you re not just directly overseeing the steward team during shifts - you re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality . Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership . A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now , bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

In addition, this role requires the following minimum qualifications:

• Middle School Diploma equivalent or above
• At least 3 years of working experience in a 5-star category hotel
• Minimum of 2 years as a Stewarding Team Leader in an international brand hotel
• Knowledgeable in HACCP

Here s what you ll do during a typical day:

• Supervise daily back-of-house operations: Oversee utility stewards, dishwashers, and temporary staff to ensure timely transport and cleaning of utensils and serviceware for restaurant and banquet operations
• Maintain cleanliness and organization: Supervise cleaning of back-of-house spaces to uphold sanitation and hygiene standards
• Support inventory and equipment needs: Ensure proper inventory levels, manage equipment storage and distribution, and coordinate the timely delivery of food and equipment for all functions
• Support team performance and development: Assist with day-to-day team oversight, scheduling shifts, coaching and professional development, conducting evaluations, and recognizing achievements
• Monitor and report on performance metrics: Track breakage and loss reports, update operating manuals, and assist with monthly inventories to support cost controls and efficiency improvements
• Collaborate across teams: Partner with kitchen, bar, and restaurant teams to ensure seamless service, assisting team members where needed
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member well-being