Kitchen Steward

About Viya:

Viya is the UAE’s leading golf and hospitality management group, operating a portfolio of championship golf courses, award-winning restaurants, premium leisure and recreation facilities, innovative entertainment concepts, and digital platforms. Since launching Emirates Golf Club in 1988, the region’s first all-grass course, the group has expanded to include Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Yas Links Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, Topgolf Dubai, Tiger Strikes, and recreation brands such as Viya Fit and Viya Padel.

As part of wasl Hospitality & Leisure, Viya is recognised as a guardian of golfing heritage and a leader in modern hospitality. Its operations are underpinned by the Viya App, a loyalty-driven platform that integrates bookings, rewards, and spendable benefits across the portfolio. Dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and excellence, Viya connects communities to extraordinary experiences and continues to shape Dubai and the UAE as global destinations for sport, leisure, and lifestyle.

Position                       :                       STEWARD

Department                :                       FOOD & BEVERAGE CULINARY

Reports To                 :                       HEAD CHEF

                                                            SOUS CHEF

CHIEF STEWARD

Supervises                  :                       NOT APPLICABLE

(Responsible For)                 

Purpose and Scope of Position:

Stewards are responsible for washing and sanitizing all cooking pots and pans, utensils, dishes, silverware and other service items. Dishwashers are in charge of the dish pit and must ensure it remains clean, well-organized and in compliance of work safety regulations.

 Main Duties: 

(Job Related Duties)  

1. Maintain the dish pit to ensure the highest level of safety and sanitation
2. Work as a team in a fast-paced environment

3. To check on the daily jobs assigned
4. To maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen.

• Drains – Ensure all floor drains are clean.
• Mop Closet – Ensure this area remains clean and organized; floor must be swept; dust pans and mop buckets must be clean and dry.
• Dish Area – Walls, floors, dish machine, water pipes, drains, baseboards, elevator tracks, elevator walls, ceiling vents and ceiling tiles must be clean.

5. Using the proper quantity and product for the right equipment.
6. To get the set up done for the functions.
7. To keep breakage control of glassware, chinaware etc.
8. Assisting chefs when it is very busy arranging all the stores properly and maintaining it in hygienic conditions taking safety precautions while handling chemicals and equipment.
9. Following up proper instructions given by the supervisor.
10. To take the temperature reading of the coolers and freezers.
11. To inform the supervisors in terms of any breakdown of equipment.

General Guidelines:

Equipment Sanitation Standards

It is important to keep equipment clean and sanitized to reduce the risk of food-borne illness incidents. Each Associate plays an important role in maintaining a clean and sanitary environment within the facility. Always wear gloves and follow the directions when using chemicals.

These are recommended daily cleaning tasks:

Cleaning Stationary Equipment

• Unplug equipment
• Disassemble equipment
• Wash removable parts in dish machine or three compartment sink
• Wash and rinse stationary parts
• Sanitize food contact surfaces with sanitizer
• Air dry before reassembling or use a single-use towel

Safe Chemical Handling

• Read the labels of all products before you use them
• Follow the directions for proper storage, handling, and use for all chemicals you use
• Ask Chef or a Manager if you have any questions or concerns about using a certain product
• Know how to call for medical help in case of an emergency
• Never mix chemicals together
• Do not store chemicals in unmarked containers
• Do not store chemicals in or close to food storage, preparation, or serving areas
• Do not leave aerosol spray containers near heat or spray close to an open flame
• Do not dispose of any empty chemical container until you have checked the label for how to do so
• Wear appropriate safety equipment
• Read any available safety data mandated by law

2. Ancillary Duties:

In line with the Club’s strive for continuous improvement, you may be requested to participate in various extra activities contributing towards individuals and organizational growth.

Represent the department or a group in various committees, such as the Staff Committee, Green Theme (environmental), Food Committee, Sport Committee or projects. Be trained as a Fire Marshall or First Aider.

3. Quality Responsibilities:

Aware of Dubai Golf Mission, Vision and Values. Will be responsible to apply the 4 Service Steps throughout serving internal and external customers.

4.  IT Security Awareness:

1. Read, Understand and comply with all applicable Information Security Policies and Procedures of wasl DG.
2. Co-operate, co-ordinate and share information with Internal/External Audit teams as appropriate and applicable.
3. Attend Information Security Awareness sessions conducted by the wasl IT Department.
4. All Information Security breaches, events, weaknesses, incidents (actual or suspected breaches) shall be immediately reported to the IT Service Desk.

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