Steward

Role summary

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The Steward supports the kitchen and food and beverage teams by washing dishes, utensils, cookware and equipment, maintaining cleanliness in back-of-house areas, disposing of waste safely and following hygiene standards. Candidates should be physically fit, reliable, well-organized and comfortable working flexible shifts, weekends and holidays in a busy luxury-hotel environment. Previous stewarding or hospitality experience is helpful but may not always be essential. The successful candidate is expected to work cooperatively, follow food-safety and health regulations, handle cleaning chemicals responsibly and maintain a consistently high standard of cleanliness.

About the employer

Raffles The Palm Dubai is a luxury beachfront resort located on the western crescent of Palm Jumeirah. It is part of Raffles Hotels & Resorts, the luxury hospitality brand operated by Accor, and is known for refined service, spacious accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities and family-friendly experiences. The property combines classic Raffles hospitality with contemporary Arabian and European influences. Its large culinary and events operation creates opportunities across kitchens, restaurants, housekeeping, guest services, spa and hotel administration. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment where attention to detail, discretion, teamwork and personalized guest service are highly valued. Benefits for eligible roles may include staff accommodation, meals, transport, medical coverage and other Accor employee programs, although exact terms depend on the contract and position.

Working in United Arab Emirates

Although the UAE is not an island, Dubai offers a coastal lifestyle with beaches, water sports, shopping, dining and year-round hospitality employment. Major opportunities exist in hotels, restaurants, resorts, aviation, retail, logistics, construction, technology and healthcare. The culture is international but rooted in Emirati and Islamic traditions, so respectful dress, punctuality and sensitivity during Ramadan are important. Dubai is modern, safe and highly connected, though rent and daily expenses can be substantial without employer accommodation. Most overseas employees require an employment visa sponsored by their company; the employer normally arranges entry permission, medical checks, Emirates ID and residency processing. Before relocating, confirm salary, accommodation, meals, transport, insurance, probation terms and working hours in writing. Summers are extremely hot, while winters are pleasant. The UAE has no personal income tax on salaries, but living costs and contract conditions should be reviewed carefully.