Steward

About the company

Rixos Hotels Gulf, part of the Accor group, offers a hospitality environment focused on individuality, learning, growth, and meaningful work. The organization emphasizes diversity and inclusion, encouraging people from different backgrounds to join, develop their skills, and build a long-term career across its properties worldwide.

The culture promotes service with purpose, continuous learning, social responsibility, and a people-first approach. Team members are encouraged to explore development opportunities, contribute to guest satisfaction, and be part of a brand that values heartfelt hospitality.

Role overview

This Steward position is based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and is centered on keeping kitchen and dining operations clean, organized, and efficient. The role supports smooth meal service and helps maintain a high standard of guest experience by ensuring all back-of-house areas remain sanitary and well managed.

Key duties

• Check, clean, and store kitchen tools, equipment, tableware, and utensils correctly.
• Run and maintain dishwashing equipment while keeping water temperature and chemical dosage within the correct range.
• Track cleaning materials and refill supplies whenever stock runs low.
• Handle waste segregation, disposal, and recycling processes properly.
• Work closely with kitchen teammates to keep service flowing efficiently during meals.
• Keep work zones, including floors, walls, and storage areas, clean and orderly.
• Help monitor inventory for kitchen supplies and equipment.
• Follow all hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety rules.
• Take part in ongoing training to stay current on best practices and procedures.
• Provide support to other departments when demand is high.

Candidate profile

• Primary school education is required at minimum.
• At least 1 year of related experience, including experience in a similar stewarding role.
• Solid understanding of routine kitchen operations and standard kitchen practices.
• Ability to complete repetitive work carefully and consistently.
• Good physical endurance and the ability to remain on your feet for long periods.
• Strong personal hygiene habits and knowledge of cleanliness expectations.
• Basic numeracy skills for preparing cleaning solutions accurately.
• Comfortable working in a busy, fast-moving setting.
• Flexible enough to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Able to communicate clearly and cooperate well with others.
• Service-oriented attitude with a focus on guest satisfaction.
• Open to learning new methods and adapting to updated tools or processes.

Additional information

The property is Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, a luxury resort set on Saadiyat Island’s beach with clear waters, white sand, and views over the Arabian Gulf. The workplace environment is described as welcoming, energetic, and professionally rewarding, with an emphasis on personal connection with guests and colleagues.

Benefits

• Discounted hotel rates worldwide through an employee benefit card.
• Access to learning and development programs via internal academies.
• Opportunities to grow within the property and across the wider network.
• Participation in corporate social responsibility initiatives such as Planet 21.