Senior Steward

A Senior Steward in a restaurant plays a crucial role in maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and organization in the kitchen and dishwashing areas. While the role is generally non-cooking, it supports overall kitchen operations. Below are typical job responsibilities for a Senior Steward:

Key Job Responsibilities of a Senior Steward

Supervision of Stewarding Staff

Lead and coordinate the activities of the stewarding team (junior stewards, dishwashers, etc.).

Allocate daily tasks and ensure all duties are completed efficiently.

Sanitation & Cleanliness

Ensure the kitchen, storage areas, and dishwashing stations are cleaned and sanitized regularly.

Monitor compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards.

Dishwashing & Equipment Maintenance

Oversee dishwashing operations, ensuring all dishes, utensils, and cookware are properly cleaned and stored.

Maintain cleanliness and proper function of dishwashing machines and equipment.

Inventory & Supplies

Monitor and replenish cleaning supplies, chemicals, and stewarding tools.

Maintain stock levels and report shortages to kitchen management.

Waste Management

Ensure proper disposal of kitchen waste according to hygiene regulations.

Manage recycling and reduce waste as much as possible.

Training & Mentoring

Train new stewarding staff in standard operating procedures.

Enforce safety and cleanliness practices.

Coordination with Kitchen & Service Staff

Communicate and cooperate with chefs and service teams to ensure smooth operations.

Support setup and breakdown of kitchen equipment during events or busy hours.

Compliance & Safety