STEWARD, FOOD SERVICES

Johor Specialist Hospital; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 16,740 - 27,900; Full time

Job summary

Johor Specialist Hospital is hiring a Steward to maintain cleanliness and organization in kitchen areas. Responsibilities include dishwashing, cleaning surfaces, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates should have SPM education and a background in kitchen sanitation, with a commitment to hygiene.

This role demands reliability, teamwork, and a willingness to follow instructions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Preferable 1–2 years in hospital, hotel, or institutional kitchen.
• Reliable, disciplined, and cooperative team player.
• Willing to follow instructions and work under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and store crockery, cutlery, and cookware.
• Clean and maintain dishwashers, grease traps, and storage areas.
• Sweep, mop, and sanitize kitchen floors and corridors.
• Participate in routine deep-cleaning schedules for kitchen.
• Remove garbage and maintain cleanliness of waste disposal areas.

Skills

Basic knowledge of hygiene and cleaning procedures

Familiarity with cleaning schedules

Inventory handling for stewarding supplies

Team player

Education

Minimum SPM or equivalent

Job description

General Description

The Steward performs cleaning, dishwashing, and sanitation duties to maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organization of kitchen areas, utensils, and workstations. The role supports waste management, food trolley handling, and compliance with hospital hygiene, food safety, and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Wash, sanitize, and store crockery, cutlery, glassware, and cookware as per standard procedures.
• Clean and maintain dishwashers, grease traps, refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage areas.
• Sweep, mop, and sanitize kitchen floors, corridors, and storage areas as scheduled.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces, sinks, and storage racks after meal service.
• Participate in routine deep‑cleaning schedules for kitchen and dishwashing areas.
• Remove garbage, sanitize containers, and maintain cleanliness of waste disposal areas.
• Perform daily cleaning routines during opening and closing duties.
• Operate cleaning agents, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE) safely.
• Receive, organize, and store stewarding supplies such as detergents, cleaning tools, and PPE.
• Report faulty equipment, damaged tools, or unsafe conditions to the Senior Steward or Head Chef.
• Deliver and collect food trolleys in coordination with Food Services Assistants.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and organization of kitchen areas, ensuring compliance with HALAL, food safety, and hygiene standards.
• Liaise with kitchen and food service staff to coordinate timely completion of cleaning and stewarding activities.
• Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the immediate superior or hospital management.

Requirements

• Education: Minimum SPM or equivalent.
• Knowledge and experience: Preferable 1–2 years in hospital, hotel, or institutional kitchen.
• Basic knowledge of hygiene and cleaning procedures.
• Special skills required: Familiarity with cleaning schedules and basic preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of inventory handling for stewarding supplies (detergents, cleaning tools, PPE).
• Personal attributes: Reliable, disciplined, cooperative team player; willing to follow instructions and work under supervision; physically fit and committed to maintaining quality and hygiene standards.