Heart of House Specialist - Stewarding

Role summary

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The Heart of House Specialist – Stewarding supports the kitchen and back-of-house operation by cleaning and sanitising dishes, cookware, utensils, equipment and work areas. The role may also involve waste disposal, maintaining hygiene standards, replenishing supplies and assisting with basic kitchen support duties. Candidates should be physically fit, dependable and comfortable working on their feet in a fast-paced hotel environment. Previous stewarding, kitchen or hospitality experience is helpful but may not be essential. The successful candidate is expected to follow food-safety and health-and-safety procedures, work cooperatively with chefs and colleagues, maintain a professional attitude and provide consistent, timely support during busy service periods.

About the employer

Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across numerous countries and brands. Its properties are known for structured service standards, professional training and opportunities for career progression within the global hotel network. Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites is an upscale all-suite property serving business and leisure travellers in Dubai Marina, close to the waterfront and major attractions. The hotel provides accommodation, dining, meeting and guest-service facilities, supported by sizeable kitchen, housekeeping and stewarding teams. In a Heart of House Specialist role, employees contribute behind the scenes to safe, efficient daily operations. Marriott generally places strong emphasis on teamwork, guest satisfaction, cleanliness, responsible conduct and compliance with local regulations.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island, but it is a popular Gulf destination with major opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, retail, aviation, construction and business services. Dubai offers a multicultural lifestyle, modern transport, beaches, shopping, international dining and year-round events, although summers are extremely hot. Emirati culture values hospitality, family, respect and modest public behaviour; English is widely used, while Arabic is the official language. Most overseas employees need an employment residence visa sponsored by their employer. Employers commonly arrange medical testing, Emirates ID processing and, depending on the package, accommodation, transport and meals. Before relocating, confirm the written contract, salary, working hours, benefits, probation terms and visa sponsorship. Living costs can be high, especially for private accommodation, so employer housing or shared staff accommodation is valuable. Dubai has excellent services, but newcomers should budget carefully and follow local laws and customs.