Stewarding Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate stewarding staff during operational shifts.


• Ensure compliance with sanitation, cleanliness, and safety standards in all kitchen areas.


• Monitor the proper operation of dishwashing machines and stewarding equipment.


• Assign daily tasks and responsibilities to stewarding staff.


• Ensure proper cleaning of kitchen utensils, equipment, floors, and work areas.


• Supervise the proper use and handling of cleaning chemicals and supplies.


• Support the organization and storage of kitchen equipment, china, glassware, and utensils.


• Collaborate with kitchen, restaurant, and banquet teams to ensure operational support.


• Report maintenance issues related to dish machines or kitchen equipment to the appropriate department.


• Assist in training stewarding staff on sanitation procedures, safety standards, and operational protocols.


• Monitor team performance and report disciplinary concerns when necessary.


• Ensure compliance with workplace safety procedures and accident prevention standards.

Position Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience in stewarding, kitchen operations, or related areas.


• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and cleanliness standards.


• Safe handling of cleaning chemicals.


• Basic knowledge of commercial dishwashing equipment operations.


• Understanding of workplace safety procedures.

Skills

• Leadership and team supervision


• Organization and task management


• Effective communication


• Ability to work in fast-paced environments


• Problem-solving and operational decision-making

Core Competencies

• Teamwork


• Operational leadership


• Responsibility and accountability


• Attention to detail


• Safety and sanitation awareness