Stewarding Manager

Ennismore; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hoxton Bengaluru City, part of Ennismore, invites a Stewarding Manager to lead day-to-day stewarding across kitchens, bars and back-of-house, ensuring cleanliness, hygiene and cost discipline.

You will coach the stewarding team, maintain HACCP standards, support events, manage inventory and partner with chefs to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Experience leading stewarding teams in hotel or lifestyle hospitality environments.
• Strong knowledge of stewarding operations, kitchen equipment, hygiene standards, HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Experience managing equipment inventory, chemical control and stewarding budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day stewarding across kitchens, restaurants, bars and back-of-house areas.
• Coach, develop and motivate the Stewarding team.
• Ensure cleaning, storage and availability of crockery, cutlery, glassware and utensils.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene per HACCP and local laws.
• Oversee waste management, stock control and procurement of supplies.
• Monitor equipment inventory and support maintenance with other departments.
• Support event operations by ensuring equipment is prepared and returned efficiently.
• Promote safety, teamwork and continuous improvement within the department.

Skills

Stewarding operations knowledge

Kitchen equipment familiarity

HACCP and hygiene compliance

Leadership and coaching

Budgeting and cost control

Communication skills

Job description

Stewarding Manager The Hoxton Bengaluru City Ennismore - Bengaluru

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day stewarding operation, ensuring all kitchens, restaurants, bars and back-of-house areas are clean, organised and fully supported.
• Manage, coach and develop the Stewarding team, creating an environment where people feel supported, empowered and motivated to do their best work.
• Ensure all crockery, cutlery, glassware, kitchen utensils and equipment are cleaned, stored and available to support smooth service across all outlets.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, sanitation and hygiene in accordance with HACCP, local legislation and company standards.
• Oversee waste management, recycling initiatives and chemical handling, ensuring environmentally responsible practices are followed.
• Manage stewarding schedules, labour productivity and departmental costs in line with operational requirements and budget.
• Monitor inventory of operating equipment, chemicals and cleaning supplies, ensuring timely ordering and stock control.
• Carry out regular inspections of kitchens, pot wash areas, stores and back-of-house facilities, taking immediate action where standards fall short.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef, Food & Beverage and Engineering teams to ensure equipment is well maintained and operations run efficiently.
• Support banquet and event operations by ensuring all equipment is prepared, delivered and collected efficiently.
• Champion a culture of safety, teamwork and continuous improvement throughout the department.

Qualifications

• Individuals. Youre looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here.
• Passion for hospitality - whether thats a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night.
• Youre all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience.
• Youre not precious. We leave our egos at the door and help get things done.
• Youre up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once.
• If we got stuck in a lift together, wed have a good time and share a few laughs.
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.
• Previous experience as a Stewarding Manager or Assistant Stewarding Manager within a quality hotel or lifestyle hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of stewarding operations, kitchen equipment, hygiene standards, HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Experience managing operating equipment, inventory, chemical control and stewarding budgets.
• A natural leader with excellent communication skills who enjoys coaching and developing teams.
• Highly organised, hands-on and able to remain calm in a fast-paced operational environment.