Steward

Four Seasons; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal benefits

Staff lodging

Dry cleaning for uniforms

Training opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Four Seasons in Malaysia is seeking a Steward to handle cleaning, sanitation, and maintenance of china, glass, silver, and kitchen equipment in line with production needs and quality standards. The role includes equipment setup/breakdown, expediting food, and assisting kitchen services.

The ideal candidate will learn pot-washing and dishwashing operations, work across all shifts, and meet safety requirements. Local candidates are preferred; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Entry level position; training provided.
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must speak Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Must have right to work in Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of department policies and standards.
• Operate and care for dishwashing equipment.
• Anticipate guests' needs and respond promptly.
• Keep areas clean, sanitized and organized.
• Coordinate with Hygiene Manager to meet goals.
• Review kitchen needs daily with supervisors.
• Process requisitions to replenish items.
• Assist with banquet plate-ups and inventories.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Bahasa Malaysia & English

Dishwashing equipment

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

Steward

The Steward is responsible for the cleaning, maintenance, and sanitation of china, glass, silver, kitchen equipment and kitchen production areas in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe work environment. The position is also responsible for equipment setup and breakdown, expediting of food for restaurants, platting and assisting the kitchen services.

What You Will Do

• Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with all departmental policies/service procedures/standards.
• Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment. Use equipment only as intended.
• Anticipate guests’ needs, respond promptly and acknowledge all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned work areas.
• Work in conjunction with the Hygiene Manager ensuring goals are achieved.
• Maintain complete knowledge of: Anticipated business levels in each outlet per meal period, daily house count, scheduled in-house group activities, locations and times, and correct chemical handling procedures.
• Meet with Assistant Chief Steward and Supervisors to review the kitchen needs daily.
• Accommodate requests for additional wares expediently and courteously.
• Complete requisitions to replenish shortages or additional items needed for the anticipated business.
• Establish and monitor compliance with recycling/conservation specifications.
• Follow safety practices.
• Ensure all assigned closing duties are completed before staff sign out.
• Assist with scheduled inventories.
• Attend monthly departmental meeting and any other designated meetings.
• Assist in Banquet plate ups.

What You Bring

• Possess a high level of attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
• Must be comfortable around industrial-size dish machines and have the ability to learn their operation.
• Knowledge of pot-washing, dishwashing operation, janitorial and sanitation.
• Entry level position – no prior experience is required; essential skills will be taught.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Able to work a flexible schedule with the ability to work all shifts, weekends and holidays as per business demands and needs.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write Bahasa Malaysia and English.
• Must have the right to work in Malaysia.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
• Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms
• Complimentary employee meals

Work Type: Full Time

Visa sponsorship is not available for the role. Due to strict work permit regulations, position is applicable to local candidates or candidates with Malaysian Permanent Resident status holder only. Only successful candidates will be contacted.