Chief Steward

You will report our Head chefs:

• Lead inspire and develop the Stewarding team creating a culture of pride accountability and collaboration.
• Oversee the cleanliness and organisation of all kitchens wash-up areas stores and associated back-of-house spaces.
• Ensure the timely supply of clean crockery cutlery glassware utensils and kitchen equipment across all outlets and events.
• Maintain the highest standards of food safety hygiene and workplace safety.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP COSHH chemical-handling procedures and all applicable health and safety requirements.
• Manage cleaning schedules deep-cleaning programmes and kitchen hygiene inspections.
• Monitor stock levels and control the responsible use of chemicals cleaning materials and stewarding equipment.
• Support waste management recycling and sustainability initiatives across the resort.
• Work closely with Culinary Food & Beverage Banqueting Engineering and Health & Safety teams.
• Monitor equipment condition arrange maintenance where required and support the protection of resort assets.
• Support internal audits and Environmental Health inspections ensuring any actions are completed promptly.
• Manage departmental costs while maintaining the standards expected of a luxury Fairmont resort.

Qualifications :

You will bring:

• Previous experience as a Chief Steward Assistant Chief Steward or senior stewarding leader within a luxury hotel resort or high-volume hospitality operation.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen hygiene food safety HACCP and COSHH requirements.
• Experience leading and developing a diverse operational team.
• Excellent planning skills and the ability to respond calmly to changing business demands.
• A hands-on leadership style and a genuine willingness to support the operation.
• Strong attention to detail and consistently high standards.
• Confidence managing rotas stock equipment and departmental costs.
• The flexibility to work varied shifts including evenings weekends and bank holidays.

Additional Information :

Joining Fairmont Cheshire The Mere means becoming part of an ambitious resort team committed to creating distinctive experiences and cherished memories. You can expect:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for learning development and career progression.
• Hotel and dining benefits across the Accor and Fairmont network.
• Resort benefits and wellbeing initiatives.
• The opportunity to help shape standards and culture within an exceptional luxury resort.

If you are a visible leader who takes pride in impeccable standards and understands the essential role Stewarding plays in every successful dining experience we would be delighted to hear from you.

At Fairmont we turn distinctive moments into cherished memories.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time