Team Leader - Stewarding

Role summary

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The Team Leader - Stewarding supervises daily stewarding operations, including dishwashing, kitchen cleanliness, waste handling, equipment care and hygiene standards. Candidates should have previous experience in hotel, resort or restaurant stewarding, preferably in a supervisory capacity. Good knowledge of sanitation, health and safety procedures, chemical handling and kitchen-support operations is expected. The role requires practical leadership, clear communication, good organization and the ability to train and motivate team members. The successful candidate should be physically fit, willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, and able to maintain high standards during busy service periods.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a Hong Kong-founded luxury hospitality group with hotels, resorts and city properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. The company is known for personalized service, comfortable surroundings and strong attention to guest satisfaction. Its Malaysian operations include luxury resorts and hotels in destinations such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Kota Kinabalu and Langkawi. Shangri-La generally offers structured hotel training, multicultural workplaces and opportunities to progress across departments or locations. Employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, service awareness and respect for the company’s hospitality standards. The group serves both leisure and business travelers, with many properties featuring restaurants, banquet facilities, recreational activities and extensive back-of-house operations.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Sabah and Sarawak, with resorts, hotels, restaurants and tourism businesses regularly recruiting experienced staff. Langkawi is ideal for beach-resort living, while Penang offers a lively food scene, heritage culture and better urban access. Sabah and Sarawak provide greener surroundings and strong resort and ecotourism sectors. Malaysian culture is multicultural, combining Malay, Chinese, Indian and indigenous influences, with English commonly used in hotels. Lifestyle costs are moderate, though island accommodation and transport can be more expensive. Employers normally arrange or sponsor the appropriate employment pass for foreign workers; candidates should not work on a tourist visa. Before relocating, confirm accommodation, meals, medical coverage, transport, contract terms and visa responsibility. Bring certified qualifications and employment references, and expect humid weather, shift work and busy holiday periods.