Chief Steward - The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok

About the Role

Manages the daily kitchen utility operations and staff for The Athenee Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bangkok. Areas of responsibility include dish room operations, night cleaning, back dock cleaning and maintenance, banquet plating and food running. Supervises kitchen employees not actively engaged in cooking (e.g., dishwashers, kitchen helpers, etc.). Schedule: Full Time. Position Type: Management. Location: 61 Wireless Road (Witthayu), Bangkok, East Java, Thailand, 10330.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen utility operations including dish room, night cleaning, back dock cleaning/maintenance, banquet plating and food running.
• Supervise and schedule utility staff; perform duties of utility employees as necessary and manage payroll administration and time & attendance tracking.
• Order, receive and manage supplies, equipment, china, glass and silver; conduct inventories and control stock according to budget.
• Coordinate banquet plating and food running with Banquet Chef and Banquet Maitre'd and enforce proper breakdown procedures for banquets, restaurants, room service and employee cafeteria.
• Operate and maintain department equipment, report malfunctions and interact with vendors and Health Department representatives as required.
• Ensure employees maintain required food handling and sanitation certifications and enforce Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.
• Monitor controllable expenses, comprehend budgets and operating statements to assist in financial management of the department.
• Lead, coach and communicate with team members to maintain productivity, quality and guest satisfaction; participate in recruitment, performance appraisal and discipline processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 4 years' experience in procurement, food & beverage, culinary or related area; OR 2-year degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration or related major and 2 years' relevant experience.
• Knowledge of inventory control, purchasing and vendor interaction; ability to comprehend budgets, operating statements and payroll reports.
• Experience supervising kitchen utility staff and coordinating banquet/food service operations.
• Understanding of food handling and sanitation requirements and experience ensuring compliance with health regulations.

About the Company

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts offers authentic experiences with properties worldwide and draws on more than 100 years of experience since 1906.