Kitchen Steward (Muscat, Oman)

Job Title: Kitchen Steward

Department: Kitchen / Stewarding

Location: Oman

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for a hardworking, reliable, and hygiene-conscious Kitchen Steward to support our kitchen and catering operations. The Kitchen Steward will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, washing and sanitizing kitchen equipment and utensils, handling waste properly, and assisting the kitchen team with general cleaning and support duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kitchen utensils, plates, pots, pans, cooking equipment, and other kitchen items.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen floors, walls, work areas, sinks, storage areas, and equipment.
• Ensure all kitchen utensils and equipment are properly cleaned and stored.
• Collect, segregate, and dispose of kitchen waste according to company hygiene and safety procedures.
• Assist kitchen staff with basic cleaning and support activities as required.
• Keep dishwashing and kitchen areas clean, organized, and free from hazards.
• Follow proper food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures at all times.
• Ensure cleaning chemicals are used and stored safely.
• Assist with receiving, moving, and storing kitchen supplies when required.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Maintain cleanliness of garbage bins and waste disposal areas.
• Report damaged equipment, plumbing issues, or other maintenance concerns to the supervisor.
• Follow company policies, health and safety regulations, and HACCP requirements where applicable.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Chef, Kitchen Supervisor, or Management.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Steward, Dishwasher, Steward, or Kitchen Helper is preferred.
• Experience in a catering company, hotel, restaurant, central kitchen, or food production facility is an advantage.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene and sanitation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods and perform cleaning and lifting duties.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, and public holidays as required.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, disciplined, and hardworking.
• Knowledge of English or Arabic is an advantage.

Key Skills

• Kitchen and equipment cleaning
• Dishwashing and sanitation
• Waste management
• Food safety and hygiene awareness
• Teamwork
• Time management
• Attention to cleanliness and detail
• Ability to follow instructions

Personal Attributes

• Hardworking and dependable
• Clean and well-presented
• Positive attitude
• Honest and responsible
• Safety and hygiene conscious
• Willing to learn and support the kitchen team