Steward

Steward – Fine Dining Restaurant

Job Title: Steward
Department: Food & Beverage Service
Reports To: Restaurant Manager / Captain / Supervisor

Job Summary

A Steward in a fine dining restaurant is responsible for providing exceptional guest service, maintaining cleanliness and presentation standards, assisting servers, and ensuring guests enjoy a premium dining experience.

Key Responsibilities

Guest Service

• Welcome guests courteously and assist them with seating arrangements when required.

• Serve water, bread, and complimentary items as per restaurant standards.

• Ensure guests' needs are attended to promptly and professionally.

• Maintain a positive, polite, and well-groomed appearance at all times.

Table Setup & Maintenance

• Prepare tables with proper cutlery, crockery, glassware, napkins, and table settings.

• Ensure tables are clean and properly arranged before guest arrival.

• Clear used dishes, glasses, and cutlery efficiently without disturbing guests.

• Reset tables quickly for the next service.

Food & Beverage Service Support

• Assist waiters and captains in serving food and beverages.

• Carry food orders from the kitchen to service stations or guest tables.

• Ensure correct order delivery and presentation standards.

• Refill water glasses and assist with guest requests.

Hygiene & Cleanliness

• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, service stations, and pantry areas.

• Follow food safety and hygiene standards.

• Ensure all service equipment is clean and properly stored.

• Comply with health and safety regulations.

Inventory & Equipment

• Handle crockery, cutlery, glassware, and service equipment carefully.

• Report breakages, shortages, or maintenance issues to supervisors.

• Assist in stock replenishment of service supplies.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Customer-focused attitude.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Team player with a professional appearance.

• Knowledge of fine dining etiquette and service standards is preferred.

• Basic understanding of food and beverage service.

Qualifications

• PUC / Diploma / Hotel Management.

• 0–2 years of experience in restaurants, hotels, or fine dining establishments.

• Freshers with a hospitality background can also apply.

Salary Range (Bengaluru)

• Fresher: ₹15,000 – ₹18,000 per month

• Experienced Steward: ₹18,000 – ₹25,000 per month

• It is a Full Time Waiter / Steward job for candidates with 0 - 6 months of experience.