The Senior Steward supports the stewarding operation by supervising cleaning, sanitation, dishwashing, waste handling, kitchen equipment care, and the safe storage of supplies. Candidates should have previous experience in hotel, restaurant, or commercial kitchen stewarding, good knowledge of hygiene and workplace safety standards, and the physical ability to stand for long periods and handle busy service demands. The role requires leadership, organization, reliability, and clear communication with chefs and food-and-beverage teams. The successful candidate is expected to maintain high cleanliness standards, train and guide junior stewards, monitor equipment and chemical use, follow Marriott procedures, and work flexible shifts including weekends and public holidays.
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel is a five-star Marriott International property located on the Sabah waterfront in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. The hotel serves leisure and business travelers and offers guest rooms, restaurants, bars, meeting facilities, event spaces, and wellness services. As part of Marriott International, it follows established global standards for guest service, food safety, employee development, and operational quality. The hotel is positioned near shopping, dining, waterfront attractions, and transport links, making it a prominent hospitality employer in Sabah. Staff may receive benefits such as meals, uniforms, training, career development, and employee travel rates, depending on the employment contract and local policies. A Senior Steward would work closely with culinary, food-and-beverage, and engineering teams to keep back-of-house operations safe, hygienic, and efficient.
Malaysia offers varied hospitality opportunities across the mainland and island destinations, including Sabah, Langkawi, Penang, and resorts around Borneo. Hotels, restaurants, cruise operations, diving centers, and tourism businesses regularly recruit kitchen, housekeeping, front-office, engineering, and guest-service staff. Kota Kinabalu has a relaxed coastal lifestyle, warm tropical weather, diverse Malay, Chinese, indigenous, and international influences, and excellent access to beaches and nature. Living costs are generally lower than in Kuala Lumpur, although central accommodation can be competitive. Foreign workers normally need an approved employment pass or relevant work permit arranged by the employer before starting work; requirements depend on nationality, position, and sector. Employers may assist with immigration, accommodation, airport transfers, and medical checks. Applicants should confirm contract terms, service-charge policy, working hours, accommodation, insurance, and visa sponsorship before relocating. English is useful in hotels, while Malay improves everyday communication.
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