Assistant Chief Steward
Meydan
Dubai, UAE
Ref: HP713-04 		Meydan

The Role


The Role

The multiple award-winning Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts has been conceptualized as a “Sanctuary for the Senses” whose beautiful properties can be found in stunning locations such as the Seychelles, the Maldives, Bintan (Indonesia), Phuket (Thailand), Bangkok (Thailand), Ringha (China) and Lijiang (China).

In partnership with the iconic and landmark development the Meydan Racecourse, Banyan Tree will be operating “The Meydan” Hotel consisting of 280 Suites, 5 spectacular restaurants, a signature Banyan Tree Spa and meeting facilities for up to 400 guests.

Within the First phase of the recruitment process, we are looking for an experienced and qualified management team to lead this exciting project.

Assistant Chief Steward's Responsibilities:

1. Conducts daily briefings for Stewarding department.

2. Directs and controls all subordinate kitchen staff to ensure that all day to day operational matters are handled on time and guest expectations are met.

3. Co-ordinates with Food and Beverage in ensuring that all banqueting and restaurant operations function efficiently and on time.

4. Assists in the preparation of duty rosters, vacation planning and scheduling, and public holiday scheduling.

5. Monitors the cleanliness and hygiene in all food & beverage areas to ensure that they conform to the requisite HACCP & DM standards.

6. Liaises with purchasing and suppliers to ensure that all products ordered are delivered, and are of the appropriate quality at the most competitive price.

7. Conducts periodic checks of all chemical delivery and storage areas to ensure standards of hygiene are maintained.

8. Implementation of pull sheets for all operating areas.

9. Supervises the set up of all buffets, tea/coffee breaks and food displays set ups in terms of buffets/breakdown stations/garbage disposal.

10. Prepares an accurate and up-to-date records.

11. Assists in maintaining standards of hygiene and cleanliness in all kitchen and related areas.

12. Assists in the controlling and monitoring of chemical expenses.

13. Hands on training of associates in daily operations potwashing / dishwashing / general hygiene practices.

14. Takes periodic inventory and par stock maintenance for all chinaware, glassware, silverware and holloware.

15. Ensures up keep of all chinaware, glassware, silverware and holloware.

Requirements


Requirements

• With 2 – 3 years relevant experience in similar position in a International Luxury hotel

• Responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of all the food and beverage related areas and the inventory and control of all equipment related to food and beverage service.

• Knowledgeable of chemical and sanitation guidelines.

• Handling of industrial strength chemicals is required.

• Excellent recruiter and trainer.

• Ability to communicate well with culinary, banquet and outlet management and stewarding team.

• Caring and positive leader

• Good communications skills in English

About the Company


About the Company

Meydan LLC (Limited Liability Company) oversees the development of the UAE’s incredible new iconic horse racing development. It will feature a world-class grandstand, and the enterprise will also serve as a major business and conference district.

Features of Meydan - an Arabic word, which is translated as a place where people congregate and compete - include five-star hotels, operated by Banyan Tree, world-class golf course, more than 10 restaurants, covered car parking for 10,000, the Meydan Museum and gallery, and the Dubai Racing Club offices.

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