Steward Supervisor

Courtyard by Marriott Kuala Lumpur South; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyard by Marriott Kuala Lumpur South is seeking a Steward Supervisor to lead the stewarding team on-site in Greater Kuala Lumpur. You will supervise dishwashing, coordinate cleaning schedules, monitor equipment, and ensure hygiene and safety standards are upheld across back-of-house areas.

You will train stewards, manage inventory, report maintenance needs, and work closely with culinary and service teams to deliver a safe, efficient and well-organised kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising stewarding or kitchen support teams.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety standards.
• Ability to organize cleaning schedules and manage inventory.
• Excellent communication and leadership to coordinate a diverse team.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee stewarding and dishwashing operations daily.
• Coordinate cleaning schedules and hygiene routines.
• Monitor equipment care and inventory of supplies.
• Train and develop stewards; enforce standards.
• Report maintenance needs and support waste/recycling processes.
• Collaborate with culinary and service teams for smooth operations.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen sanitation

Hygiene & safety

Inventory management

Training

Communication

Shift flexibility

Education

Vocational hospitality training

Tools

Hotel management systems

Job description

Company Description

Courtyard by Marriott Kuala Lumpur South is a newly debuted hotel on Old Klang Road, part of the global Marriott Bonvoy portfolio. The property is designed to provide everything guests need to stay productive and relaxed while on the move. Team members are encouraged to bring energy, initiative, and hospitality to every interaction, reflecting the ethos that passion drives progress. Joining the hotel offers the opportunity to grow within a recognized international brand and contribute to a welcoming guest experience in Greater Kuala Lumpur.

Role Description

The Steward Supervisor is a full-time, on-site role based at Courtyard by Marriott Kuala Lumpur South in Greater Kuala Lumpur. This role oversees the stewarding team to ensure the cleanliness, organization, and proper maintenance of all kitchen and back-of-house areas. Day-to-day responsibilities include supervising dishwashing operations, coordinating cleaning schedules, monitoring the use and care of kitchen equipment, and maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies and kitchen utensils. The Steward Supervisor ensures adherence to hygiene, safety, and sanitation standards, supports smooth coordination with the culinary and service teams, and assists in training and developing stewards. The role also involves reporting maintenance needs, helping manage waste and recycling procedures, and contributing to a safe, efficient, and well‑organized work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising stewarding or kitchen support teams in hotels, resorts, or similar hospitality environments.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen sanitation, hygiene practices, and occupational health and safety standards.
• Ability to organize cleaning schedules, manage inventories of equipment and supplies, and monitor proper equipment handling.
• Effective communication and leadership skills, with the ability to train, motivate, and coordinate a diverse team.
• Attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, physically active environment, including shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic computer literacy for reporting, inventory tracking, and internal communication; prior experience with hotel systems is an advantage.
• Prior experience in the Greater Kuala Lumpur hospitality market or within the Marriott brand is beneficial.
• Relevant vocational or professional training in hospitality, culinary support, or facility operations is an added advantage.