JOB SPECIFICATION

Steward /Stewardess

Job Description:

·         1) Supervises kitchen employees not actively engaged in cooking to ensure clean, efficient, and economical food service: Assigns KITCHEN HELPER and other noncooking employees to such activities as dishwashing and silver cleaning.

·         2) Inspects kitchens, workrooms, and equipment for cleanliness and order.

·         3) Hires and discharges employees, and posts time and production records.

·         4) Observes and evaluates employees' performance to devise methods for improving efficiency and guard against theft and wastage.

·         5) Takes inventories of china, silverware, and glassware.

·         6) Reports shortages and requisitions replacement of equipment from STEWARD/STEWARDESS or PURCHASING AGENT.

·         7) May be working supervisor in establishments employing an EXECUTIVE CHEF, who devotes full time to supervising kitchen employees.

Example Kitchen Steward Duties/Skill

• The duties of a kitchen steward are as follows
•  They have to monitor the work of different cooks and ensure that they execute their duties diligently.
•  They need to inspect the kitchen place and check that it is hygienic and devoid of dust and dirt.
• They need to be involved in hiring of new employees for the restaurant.
• As per the requirements of the restaurant, they may have to clean the dishes and be involved in cooking as well.
• They may have to assist the chef during rush hours.
• They need to communicate with fellow diners and make them feel comfortable. 
• Thus, they have to aid in hospitality management as well.

Skills

A kitchen steward must be equipped with the following skills :

• They should be skilled in the handling of cooking meals.
• They must be organized and skilled in handling a huge team.
• They must be bound by time restriction. They should be efficient in handling the different works within the stipulated time period.
• They should be skilled in assessing the performance of the different kitchen employees.