Cluster Chief Steward – Stewarding Excellence Guardian at InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay (Operational) & Kimpton Sevn Dubai (Pre-Opening)

At InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay & Kimpton Sevn Dubai, we are seeking a

to lead and elevate all stewarding operations across two distinctive luxury and lifestyle brands.

This role is designed for a highly organized, quality-driven, and operationally disciplined leader who understands that behind every exceptional culinary experience lies flawless kitchen hygiene, efficiency, and support systems—ensuring every restaurant, bar, banquet, and in-room dining experience is delivered to the highest standards of cleanliness and operational readiness.

One Cluster.

Two Distinctive Culinary Worlds.

One Uncompromising Standard of Cleanliness.

This is more than a traditional stewarding role.

The cluster combines the refined residential luxury of InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay with the bold, lifestyle-driven energy of Kimpton Sevn Dubai.

Each property has unique culinary experiences, yet both demand absolute consistency in hygiene, kitchen operations support, and stewarding excellence.

You will define how back-of-house operations support the guest experience—ensuring every plate, glass, and service moment is backed by impeccable cleanliness, efficiency, and operational flow.

Cleanliness is the foundation of culinary excellence.

As Cluster Chief Steward, you will oversee all stewarding operations, ensuring kitchens, storage areas, dishwashing systems, and back-of-house spaces operate efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with brand and regulatory standards.

You will be responsible for enabling culinary and service teams to perform at their best by ensuring the right tools, cleanliness standards, and operational systems are always in place.

This is a unique opportunity to shape stewarding excellence across two properties and set benchmarks for operational hygiene in Dubai’s luxury and lifestyle hospitality sector.

You will lead, train, and empower stewarding teams across both properties while working closely with Culinary, Restaurants & Bars, Engineering, and Hygiene teams.

From restaurant service support and banquet operations to kitchen sanitation, waste management, and equipment readiness, you will ensure every back-of-house operation supports seamless guest-facing experiences.

At InterContinental and Kimpton, excellence starts behind the scenes.

This role is about discipline, pride, and care—ensuring that every guest experience is supported by a spotless, safe, and efficient operational environment.

No two days are the same; your responsibilities will span a range of operational and leadership activities, including but not limited to:

Ideally, you bring some (or all) of the following qualifications and experience

At InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay & Kimpton Sevn Dubai, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, we believe our success begins with our people.

We invest in you through competitive compensation, global travel privileges, and meaningful career growth opportunities within one of the world’s most respected hospitality groups.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities to all colleagues and applicants, regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or family status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Through our myWellbeing framework, we actively support the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of our teams—because when our people are supported and thriving, they create exceptional experiences for our guests and each other.

At InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay & Kimpton Sevn Dubai, we are united by a culture built on connection, craft, and care.

Connection is at the heart of how we work—how we collaborate as colleagues, engage with our guests, and build relationships that last beyond a single stay.

Craft defines our approach to hospitality.

We take pride in the details, the discipline, and the consistency that transform service into memorable experiences.

Care is what brings it all to life.

We care deeply for our guests, for one another, and for the communities we are part of.

It is reflected in every interaction, every gesture, and every decision we make.

Together, these values create a workplace where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to deliver hospitality at its very best.

Ready to Shape the Guest Experience?

If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you bring the right energy, leadership, and passion for people—we’d still love to hear from you.

Join us and be part of shaping two distinctive hospitality experiences in Dubai—where your ideas, personality, and expertise will help define how guests connect, unwind, and remember us.

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants crafts unique destinations that kindle heartfelt human connections.

Our bespoke spaces blend spirit, style and delight to create an addictive culture of refined irreverence where locals, visitors & colleagues seamlessly connect.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job?

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