Chief Steward

Ejobdesign; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 156,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Ejobdesign in Newlands, Cape Town, is seeking a Chief Steward to supervise daily stewarding operations in a luxury hotel. You will ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and safety across BOH areas and support Food & Beverage through leadership and stock coordination.

The role requires Matric, a hospitality certificate, 2–3 years in stewarding with at least 1 year in supervision, HACCP training, and a good criminal record. The team works under HACCP standards to maintain brand-quality service.

Qualifications

• Matric.
• Hospitality or Facilities Services certificate or similar vocational training.
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in stewarding, housekeeping, or back-of-house cleaning operations within a hotel or hospitality environment.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory or team-leading role preferred.
• HACCP / Food Safety and Health & Safety training highly advantageous.
• Satisfactory criminal record, subject to assessment of the nature, severity, relevance, and recency of any offence

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily cleaning and sanitation practices to ensure all stewarding areas meet HACCP, health, and safety standards, and that teams always follow correct procedures.
• Deliver consistently high standards of cleanliness in all kitchens, wash-up areas, stores, service stations, and BOH facilities in line with hotel SOPs and brand requirements.
• Ensure timely support of restaurant, kitchen, banqueting, and event operations, maintaining continuous supply of clean crockery, glassware, utensils, and equipment during all service periods.
• Allocate daily tasks, train staff on procedures, provide coaching, and monitor attendance and performance to maintain strong team productivity and discipline.
• Monitor correct use, cleaning, storage, and basic maintenance of all stewarding equipment and operating supplies, minimizing breakages, losses, and downtime.
• Control cleaning chemicals, PPE, and consumables through safe storage practices, correct dilution usage, stock level monitoring, and accurate reporting to prevent shortages or waste.

Skills

Supervisory experience

HACCP knowledge

Team leadership

Food service knowledge

Education

Matric

Hospitality certificate

Facilities Services certificate

Job description

(Monthly Paid)

This highly acclaimed Hotel prides itself on being a respected & progressive employer brand, celebrated for our investment in employee wellness, the broader community & the environment.

Chief Steward | Newlands, Cape Town

(Monthly Paid)

This highly acclaimed Hotel prides itself on being a respected & progressive employer brand, celebrated for our investment in employee wellness, the broader community & the environment. The Stewarding Team Leader is responsible for supervising daily stewarding operations to ensure all kitchen back-of-house areas, equipment, and service supporting areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, safety, and efficiency. The role supports all Food & Beverage operations through effective team leadership, stock control, adherence to HACCP standards, and optimal workflow coordination.

Key Accountabilities

• Supervise daily cleaning and sanitation practices to ensure all stewarding areas meet HACCP, health, and safety standards, and that teams always follow correct procedures.
• Deliver consistently high standards of cleanliness in all kitchens, wash-up areas, stores, service stations, and BOH facilities in line with hotel SOPs and brand requirements.
• Ensure timely support of restaurant, kitchen, banqueting, and event operations, maintaining continuous supply of clean crockery, glassware, utensils, and equipment during all service periods.
• Allocate daily tasks, train staff on procedures, provide coaching, and monitor attendance and performance to maintain strong team productivity and discipline.
• Monitor correct use, cleaning, storage, and basic maintenance of all stewarding equipment and operating supplies, minimizing breakages, losses, and downtime.
• Control cleaning chemicals, PPE, and consumables through safe storage practices, correct dilution usage, stock level monitoring, and accurate reporting to prevent shortages or waste.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric.
• Hospitality or Facilities Services certificate or similar vocational training.
• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in stewarding, housekeeping, or back-of-house cleaning operations within a hotel or hospitality environment.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory or team-leading role preferred.
• HACCP / Food Safety and Health & Safety training highly advantageous.
• Satisfactory criminal record, subject to assessment of the nature, severity, relevance, and recency of any offence

Key Competencies

• MS365
• Sound knowledge of cleaning procedures, sanitation standards, and HACCP requirements.
• Understanding of chemical handling, dilution control, and COSHH safety practices.
• Compliance with PPE and safety requirements always.
• Familiarity with dishwasher systems, cleaning equipment operation, and maintenance reporting.
• Basic stock management and inventory control principles.
• Awareness of food service operations and service flow support requirements.
• Devotion to quality
• Listening skills
• Adaptability
• Social skills
• Initiative
• Vitality
• Sensitivity
• Service orientated

Employment Equity

Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in line with the Company’s transformation objectives in the Employment Equity Plan.

Why Apply?

• An empowering environment.
• A remuneration package including retirement and other benefits
• 21 working days leave per annum
• Training and development opportunities.

Closing Date

Please apply by no later than 19 October 2026