Domestic Steward / Butler
Job Description
- A steward’s job involves ensuring smooth hospitality operations, focusing on guest experience, sanitation, and support for service staff, encompassing tasks like greeting guests, setting tables, stocking supplies, cleaning, and assisting kitchen/wait staff with food prep and service, all while maintaining high hygiene standards in restaurants, hotels, or events.
Key Responsibilities
- Guest Service:Greeting, seating, and assisting patrons; refilling drinks; answering basic questions; ensuring satisfaction.
- Table & Dining AreaSetup: Cleaning and setting tables with linens, cutlery, and condiments; adding decorations; clearing tables.
- Sanitation &Hygiene: Washing dishes/equipment, cleaning floors, maintaining spotless food prep and dining areas, and disposing of waste.
- Stock & Supply Management: Keeping serving stations stocked (napkins, utensils, condiments) and managing kitchen/bar inventory.
- Kitchen Support: Assisting kitchen staff with food prep (garnishing, salads) and unloading deliveries.
- Operational Support:Coordinating with other staff, assisting with opening/closing duties, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
Essential Skills & Qualities
- Strong customer service & communication.
- Attention to detail & organization.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Physical stamina & reliability.
- Knowledge of food safety & hygiene.
Variations:
- In Hospitality (Hotels/Restaurants):Focuses heavily on guest-facing roles and cleanliness.
- In Labour Movements (Union):Acts as a representative for workers, handling workplace issues and policy.
- In Institutions/Residences (e.g., Shelters):May include laundry, groundskeeping, and general household support alongside food service.
Steward Job Description Template:
- A steward’s duties and responsibilities include: Guest experience
- Greeting guests, setting tables, and presenting menus
- Bar and restaurant Stocking
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: woodgatejobs@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
Note: Please include the salary range between 60k to 80k.
