Overview
Kitchen Steward - Hotel Stewarding Operations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is a hospitality support role responsible for maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and operational efficiency within the hotel kitchen and food preparation areas. The position supports culinary teams by ensuring kitchen equipment, utensils, and workspaces meet strict sanitation and safety standards required in a luxury hotel environment.
Job Details
Country: Saudi Arabia | City: Riyadh | Industry: Hospitality and Tourism | Function: Food and Beverage Operations | Job Type: Full-time | Salary: 2000-3000 monthly (Market estimated)
Key Responsibilities
- Support day‑to‑day stewarding operations within the hotel kitchen and food preparation areas
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation across kitchen equipment, utensils, dishwashing areas, and food preparation surfaces
- Ensure all kitchen tools, cookware, and serving equipment are cleaned, sanitized, and stored correctly
- Assist in organizing kitchen resources and supplies to ensure smooth culinary operations
- Support kitchen teams during busy service periods by ensuring availability of clean equipment and utensils
- Monitor dishwashing operations and ensure proper use of cleaning chemicals and sanitation procedures
- Assist with the maintenance and basic inspection of kitchen equipment and report any malfunction or damage
- Follow hotel hygiene, food safety, and sanitation procedures in accordance with hospitality industry standards
- Collaborate with chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth workflow in the culinary department
- Maintain proper waste management and disposal practices within the kitchen areas
- Participate in training programs related to kitchen safety, sanitation, and operational procedures
- Contribute to a professional and supportive work environment through teamwork and communication
Ideal Profile
- Minimum one year of experience in stewarding, kitchen support, or food service operations within a hotel or restaurant
- Knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation protocols, and hygiene practices
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain cleanliness in high-volume kitchen environments
- Ability to work effectively as part of a kitchen team in a fast‑paced hospitality setting
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Strong work ethic with reliability and commitment to operational standards
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic English communication skills required; Arabic language skills are an advantage
- Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and public holidays
Skills Set
- Kitchen stewarding operations
- Food safety and hygiene compliance
- Dishwashing and equipment sanitation
- Kitchen inventory support
- Hospitality teamwork and coordination
- Waste management and kitchen organization
- Time management in fast-paced environments
- Attention to detail and cleanliness standards
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work within a luxury international hotel environment in Riyadh
- Stable hospitality career with professional training and development opportunities
- Exposure to global hotel service standards and kitchen operations
- Supportive team environment focused on service excellence and operational efficiency
- Competitive salary aligned with hospitality industry standards