Chief Steward

Chief Steward

Double Tree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island is looking for a Chief Steward to join the team! With 723 rooms, 14 food and beverage outlets, 7 pools and a private beach, this award‑winning property offers elevated comfort and food inspired from around the world.

Hilton is one of the largest and fastest‑growing hospitality companies in the world, with more than 9,000 properties and over 1.3 million rooms in 141 countries. In the 100+ years since our founding, we have defined the hospitality industry and established a portfolio of 25 world‑class brands. We are consistently endorsed by our employees as a Great Place to Work in all of the countries in which we operate.

• Lead high‑performance teams through continuous training, safety certification, and performance‑based succession planning.
• Engineer operational workflows that ensure seamless equipment delivery and stewarding support during high‑volume operational restaurants and banquet events.
• Uphold HACCP compliance by implementing comprehensive deep‑cleaning schedules and maintaining "audit‑ready" kitchen environments.
• Maximize asset ROI by overseeing a preventive maintenance program for all heavy dishwashing and kitchen machinery.
• Drive departmental profitability by managing the P&L and implementing aggressive cost‑control measures for chemicals and labour.
• Minimize financial loss by executing strict breakage‑reduction programs and monitoring monthly operating equipment variances.
• Master inventory control through rigorous monthly audits and par‑level management of all chinaware, glassware, and silver assets.
• Guarantee product excellence by enforcing meticulous sanitation and polishing standards for all guest‑facing equipment.
• Optimize resource consumption by calibrating chemical dispensing systems to reduce waste while maintaining hygiene standards.
• Advance sustainability goals by leading waste segregation and reduction initiatives to lower the resort’s environmental footprint and disposal costs.

• Hospitality – We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity – We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership – We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork – We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership – We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now – We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline.

• Tertiary qualifications or a collegiate‑level degree in Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, or a related field.
• Proven management experience in stewarding or BOH operations within a high‑volume hotel, resort, or large‑scale catering environment.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills to effectively manage a large, diverse team of stewards and other staff.
• Strong commercial and business acumen with the ability to analyse P&L statements and manage departmental operational budgets.
• A passion for operational excellence and the vision to build a winning team focused on hygiene and efficiency.
• Extensive knowledge of HACCP, local food safety regulations, and chemical handling protocols.
• Advanced organizational skills to manage complex inventory cycles and event logistics simultaneously.
• Project and time management skills to oversee deep‑cleaning schedules and kitchen renovation or maintenance projects.
• Proven problem‑solving expertise, particularly in high‑pressure environments and during peak occupancy periods.
• Technical proficiency in common office software (MS Apps/Excel/Word) and procurement systems for inventory and budget tracking.

In addition to a competitive salary you will also receive a range of excellent benefits, notably our Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program, which provides heavily reduced hotel room rates for you, your family and friends. You will also have access to a staff cafeteria for all meals, on‑site accommodation and transportation, and the role includes all required residency and work permits.

Location:

Double Tree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

Schedule:

Full‑time
Brand:
Doubletree by Hilton
Job Function:
Stewarding
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level