Chief Steward

Moon Palace Jamaica is seeking to engage a qualified and experienced Chief Steward to join our dynamic team.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in Ocho Rios for a Chief Steward. The Chief Steward will coordinate the general cleaning of kitchens according to hygiene and health parameters. The incumbent will also ensure the proper functioning of kitchen equipment, control of operating equipment, inventories and correct use of chemical products.

The suitable candidate should possess the following:

Duties & Requirements:

• Ensure that hygiene procedures are carried out to guarantee the proper handling of food and beverages.
• Ensure that appropriate cleaning, recycling and composting programs are carried out.
• Achieve compliance with the area's budget, properly managing resources.
• Control and coordinate preventive activities regarding safety and proper use of products and equipment based on procedures, as well as acting and following up in case of accidents.
• Follow up on the correct application of standards in the department's processes as well as audits.
• Provide team members with the necessary equipment to correctly carry out their functions.
• Ensure that employees follow the established rules and policies, properly wear safety equipment and work in a coordinated and effective manner.
• Train stewards on the safe handling and cleaning of machinery and chemical products.
• Monitor and control supply and chemical consumption.
• Provide the necessary support to the Food and Beverage department.
• Perform other related task as needed to support the hotels objective.

Experience and Qualification:

• 3-4 Years’ Experience as a Chief Steward
• Bachelor's Degree in Food & Beverage Management or related fields.
• Experience Managing a large Team 
• Valid Food Handlers Permit
• Must be HACCP Certified
• The ability to use Office Suite
• Knowledge of SAP would be an asset

NB: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only short listed candidates will be contacted.