Chief Steward at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

The Fairmont Norfolk is a historic hotel in Nairobi, Kenya and is owned by the luxury hotel chain, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. The hotel has 170 rooms, 4 restaurants, and consists of 5 main blocks, each ranging from 1 to 2 stories high. The hotel has a signature Tudor style of architecture that has been maintained since its original construction.

 

Chief Steward

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience2 years
  • LocationNanyuki
  • Job FieldHospitality / Hotel / Restaurant 

Job Description

 We are looking to grow our team and engage a highly motivated and passionate Chief Steward who will work closely with the team to drive and deliver on the Fairmont promise, turning moments into memories.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Chief Steward, will be primarily responsible to fulfill the duties of a Steward, but also work with other Stewards in your section to ensure highest kitchen standards are met among other responsibilities which include :

  • Supervises, coordinates and participates in the activities of steward personnel engaged in dishwashing, ports and pans washing, silver polishing, kitchen cleaning, garbage and bottle disposal and equipment storage.
  • Engage activities with the Executive Chef related to event, outdoor catering and function to full technical buffet, BBQ, BOH areas insuring fully stocked and team efficiency
  • Trains personnel in proper in proper handling of machinery and equipment, tableware kitchen utensils, chemicals, etc.
  • Coordinates with other Food & Beverage sections regarding needed supplies, preparation and service
  • Inspects performance of personnel, condition of machinery and equipment and cleanliness and orderliness of work areas.
  • Plans and schedules work of his section and personnel taking into consideration such things as workloads and events orders.
  • Schedules preventive maintenance work and coordinates with engineering.
  • Initiates requisitions, misconduct reports, work and maintenance orders, and maintenance and sanitation reports. Keeps logbook of personnel performance, complaints, problems and daily activities.
  • Conducts inventory of tableware, kitchenware; and utensils and in coordination with cost control; prepares report.
  • Performs duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar position
  • Proficient in English.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, flexible working hours, ability to work in a fast- paced, high-pressured environment.
  • Great attention to details, administration and knowledge of safety procedures
  • Good knowledge of HACCP best practice and hygiene
  • Strong multicultural awareness and ability to work with people from diverse cultures.
  • Physical ability to work for long periods of time.

Additional Information

  • Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
  • Learning programs through our Academies
  • Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
  • Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
  • Be part of creating the historic story of rehabilitating and releasing the rare Mountain Bongo that was heading toward extinction.
  • Working with a hotel rich in history and known for exemplary services while growing your career
  • Work and learn in a luxury property

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Fairmont Hotels & Resorts on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to apply

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