Back of House Head Steward

Back of House Head Steward

Full-Time 32637 - 32637 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Old Course Hotel

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a team to ensure kitchen cleanliness and hygiene at a top golf resort.
  • Company: Join the prestigious Old Course Hotel, part of the Kohler Company.
  • Benefits: Free meals, exclusive discounts, wellness access, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Enjoy a supportive workplace with excellent perks and growth potential.
  • Why this job: Be part of an award-winning culinary team in a vibrant hospitality environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in kitchen management and a passion for maintaining high standards.

The predicted salary is between 32637 - 32637 £ per year.

At the heart of the world’s greatest golfing destination, the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is an AA 5 Red star award‑winning resort that centres around active wellbeing and indulgent good times. Part of the Kohler Company, the hotel offers a personalised guest experience and a rewarding career in hospitality.

About the Role

Our award‑winning culinary team, led by our Executive Chef, is looking for a Head Steward to manage kitchen porters and maintain back‑of‑house hygiene and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchen equipment, pots and pans, glassware and china, silverware, floors, walls, food preparation areas, storage areas and back‑of‑house hallways and stairs.
  • Create and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules for all kitchen areas and equipment.
  • Comply with hazardous chemical and training programs.
  • Maintain inventory of kitchen equipment including cleaning supplies, detergents, crockery, glassware, and equipment stores.
  • Develop an ongoing waste management programme to ensure optimal levels of recycling within area of responsibility.
  • Reward and recognise high performance to maintain staff morale and high standards.
  • Ensure standards of work and a safe and respectful working environment are maintained in line with our HOME values.
  • Utilise Quinyx, our time and attendance system to schedule Kitchen Porters for each of the kitchens based on forecasted business levels.
  • Hold daily briefings and handovers to ensure all essential cleaning duties are carried out in a timely manner, all necessary equipment is available when required and highest standards of hygiene are maintained at all times.

Hours

Permanent, Full Time – 40hrs over 5 days per week

Salary

£32,637.54 per annum

Benefits

  • Dine On Us – Enjoy free meals and refreshments every day in our complimentary staff canteen, including hot meals, salad bar, tea, coffee & soft drinks.
  • Exclusive Resort Perks – Treat yourself to generous discounts across the resort from award‑winning restaurants, luxury room stays and in our Pro Shop (St Andrews only PGA approved pro shop).
  • Kohler Group Benefits – Unlock even more savings with our wider discounts across the Kohler family.
  • Wellness, Your Way – Enjoy free access to our on‑site Kohler Waters Fitness Centre, featuring a fully equipped gym, 20‑metre pool, sauna and hot tub.
  • Plan Your Future – We’ll help you get access to the right information through complimentary mortgage consultations.
  • Cycle2Work – Stay active and save money with our Cycle2Work programme, good for you and the planet.
  • Perkbox – Enjoy exclusive discounts, rewards and monthly treats all in one easy app.
  • Get Rewarded – Earn fantastic rewards on our Global Recognition Platform and introduce great talent to our team through our generous Refer a Friend scheme.
  • 24/7 Wellbeing Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme is available around the clock, offering confidential guidance whenever you need it.

The Old Course Hotel is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no job applicant, employee, or worker is discriminated against on the grounds of protected characteristics.

Old Course Hotel

Contact Details:

Old Course Hotel Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Back of House Head Steward

Kitchen Hygiene Management
Sanitation Standards
Cleaning Schedule Development
Inventory Management
Waste Management
Staff Management
Communication Skills