Are you a seasoned hotel stewarding manager looking for a dynamic, high-energy environment? You already know exactly what it takes to run a flawless back-of-house operation at scale—now, bring that premier expertise to an exciting new arena.
The Hippodrome Casino is thrilled to announce a brand-new role within our Kitchen / Back of House team: Stewarding Manager. We are looking for an exceptional leader to champion our culinary environments and set the ultimate standard for cleanliness and efficiency.
- Salary: £37,180 base + service charge (Expected total package up to £44,000).
- Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, you will serve as the core leader coordinating all back-of-house stewarding operations.
- You will directly manage the Stewarding Supervisor and a team of Stewards to ensure our kitchens remain immaculate, fully compliant, and seamlessly supportive of our culinary teams.
- This is a full-time position (48 hours per week) requiring flexibility to work shifts that cover evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays in line with business needs.
- Lead and manage the stewarding teams across the main kitchen and the Sports Bar.
- Oversee daily dishwashing operations alongside comprehensive overnight deep-cleaning shifts.
- Plan rotas, conduct pre-shift briefings, and manage team performance to align with peak trading hours and cleaning schedules.
- Direct the safe storage and use of cleaning chemicals in strict compliance with COSHH regulations.
- Manage back-of-house consumables and cleaning chemicals to effectively control costs and waste.
- Oversee the daily operations, supervision, and full stocking of the staff canteen.
- Actively enforce strict food hygiene and health and safety procedures across the venue.
- Induct, train, and support new starters, while driving talent retention and interdepartmental communication.
- Experienced Leaders: Professionals with previous experience in back-of-house supervision, making this an ideal pivot for established hotel stewarding managers.
- Technical Experts: Individuals with a strong, foundational understanding of cleaning, hygiene, and health and safety standards.
- Resilient Operators: Well-organized, reliable candidates who can comfortably navigate and thrive under pressure.
- Team Players: Hands-on communicators who are ready to lead by example and represent the Hippodrome Casino positively at all times.
What We Offer
- Inclusion in the hospitality tronc.
- 50% discount in the Hippodrome Casino's restaurants & bars.
- 30% off Magic Mike Live tickets for friends and family.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to discounts for many retailers, leisure, food and entertainment establishments.
- Season ticket loans.
- Salary exchange Cycle to Work & Tusker electric vehicle schemes.
- Excellent foreign exchange rates.
- Life assurance.
- Company pension.
Step into a brand-new role where your hotel expertise can make an immediate impact. Apply today to join the Hippodrome family and help us deliver a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our guests and colleagues!
