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Food & Beverage Steward
Role summary
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The Food & Beverage Steward supports the hotel’s restaurants, kitchen and banquet operations by washing and sanitising dishes, glassware, utensils and kitchen equipment; maintaining clean work areas; handling waste safely; and assisting with basic food and beverage service preparation when required. Candidates should be reliable, physically fit, hygienic and comfortable working on their feet in a busy hotel environment. Previous experience in a hotel, restaurant or stewarding role is helpful but may not be essential. The successful candidate is expected to follow Hilton’s cleanliness, health and safety standards, work cooperatively with chefs and service staff, manage tasks efficiently, and provide dependable support during shifts, weekends and public holidays.
Can I work in Sri Lanka?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Only listed roles: senior managers, executive and specialty chefs, spa managers and therapists, water-sports instructors.
Watch for: Waiter, housekeeping and front-office jobs are not on the official list for foreigners.
Official source: Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority: visas for tourism staff. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Sri Lanka
Usual for Sri Lanka, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Senior staff: on site or an allowance |
|---|---|
| Meals | Duty meals |
| Flights | Joining flight and a yearly home ticket (managers) |
| Service charge | About 10%, shared among local line staff; expat managers rarely share |
| Contract | 1 year, renewable |
| Leave | 14 days |
| Income tax | 0% up to LKR 150,000 a month, up to 36% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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Working in Sri Lanka
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About Hilton
Hilton is a global hospitality company operating a large portfolio of hotels and resorts under brands including Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Conrad, Waldorf Astoria, DoubleTree, Hampton and others. Founded in 1919, the company serves leisure and business travellers in destinations worldwide. Hilton properties are known for structured service standards, guest-focused operations, international training and opportunities for career progression. In Sri Lanka, Hilton and its related hospitality operations employ teams across food and beverage, culinary, housekeeping, guest services, engineering and administration. A Food & Beverage Steward contributes to the behind-the-scenes standards that keep restaurants, kitchens and events running efficiently. Benefits and employment conditions vary by property and contract, but may include meals, uniforms, service charge, staff facilities and training.