Steward

Role summary

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The Steward supports the kitchen and food-and-beverage operation by washing and sanitising dishes, cookware, utensils, and equipment; maintaining cleanliness in kitchen, storage, and service areas; removing waste safely; and assisting with basic cleaning and restocking duties. Candidates should be physically fit, dependable, organised, and comfortable working in a busy hospitality environment. Previous stewarding, kitchen, or hotel experience is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires attention to hygiene, safe handling of cleaning chemicals, teamwork, punctuality, and willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays. A professional attitude and compliance with Marriott and UAE food-safety standards are expected.

About the employer

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Abu Dhabi, is a high-end Marriott International resort set in the desert landscape of Al Wathba. The property combines luxury accommodation with Arabian-inspired design, wellness facilities, dining venues, and outdoor experiences such as desert excursions and camel-related activities. As part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection, it focuses on distinctive destinations, personalised service, and memorable guest experiences. Employees work in an international hospitality environment with structured operating standards, training opportunities, and access to the benefits commonly offered by large hotel groups. The resort serves leisure travellers, couples, families, and guests seeking spa, culinary, and desert experiences. Stewarding employees support the cleanliness, efficiency, and hygiene of the resort’s kitchens and food-service operations.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island, but it offers diverse opportunities across luxury hotels, restaurants, tourism, retail, aviation, logistics, construction, and professional services. Hospitality jobs are concentrated in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, and other resort areas. UAE culture blends Islamic traditions with a highly international population, so respectful dress, consideration for local customs, and awareness during Ramadan are important. Lifestyle can be modern and convenient, with excellent shopping, dining, beaches, and desert activities, although summers are extremely hot. For most overseas employees, the employer arranges an employment visa, medical testing, Emirates ID, and usually accommodation or an allowance. Candidates should confirm salary, benefits, working hours, transport, probation terms, and recruitment fees before relocating. A passport valid for travel and authenticated documents may be required.