Team Leader - Stewarding

Role summary

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The Team Leader – Stewarding is responsible for supervising daily stewarding operations, including dishwashing, kitchen cleaning, waste handling, equipment care and hygiene standards. Candidates should have previous experience in hotel, resort or commercial kitchen stewarding, with supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of food safety, sanitation procedures and workplace health and safety is expected. The successful candidate should be physically fit, organised, reliable and comfortable working shifts, weekends and public holidays. Strong teamwork, communication and leadership skills are important, along with the ability to train staff, allocate duties, monitor cleanliness and maintain adequate supplies. Experience in an international hotel environment and basic English or Malay communication skills would be advantageous.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international destinations. The group is recognised for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and well-developed guest experiences. Its Malaysian properties include luxury city hotels and island or resort destinations, serving business travellers, leisure guests, families and events. Shangri-La generally provides structured operating procedures, staff training and opportunities for career progression across hotel departments. A Team Leader – Stewarding supports the culinary and food-and-beverage operation by ensuring kitchens, utensils, equipment and back-of-house areas remain clean, safe and efficient. Depending on the property, employees may receive benefits such as meals, uniforms, medical coverage, service charge and staff accommodation.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers varied hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu, Malacca and coastal resort areas. Langkawi is the main island destination, known for beaches, mangroves, island tours and a relaxed resort lifestyle; Penang combines heritage, food culture and busy urban living. Hospitality employees can find work in hotels, restaurants, resorts, spas, events and tourism services. Malaysian culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and Indigenous influences, and English is widely used in tourism. Living costs vary, with island areas often more seasonal and expensive than smaller mainland towns. Foreign workers normally require an employer-sponsored employment pass or relevant work permit before starting employment; requirements depend on nationality, role and sector. Employers commonly assist with permits, accommodation and relocation. Candidates should confirm salary, service charge, housing, transport, medical benefits and visa sponsorship before accepting an offer.