Steward Job in Spain Grand Hyatt Barcelona is seeking a committed, proactive, and service-oriented Steward to join its kitchen operations team in Barcelona, Spain. The successful candidate will clean, sanitize, organize, and store dishes, glassware, cutlery, cookware, and kitchen equipment. Responsibilities also include maintaining kitchen and banquet support areas, operating washing equipment safely, following food hygiene procedures, managing waste, and coordinating with kitchen and Food & Beverage teams. Applicants must have at least one year of experience in a Steward or similar role and speak fluent Spanish. English is an advantage. The position requires rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Benefits include special hotel rates, food and beverage discounts, staff meals, wellness resources, and career development opportunities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The selected candidate will support daily kitchen operations by completing tasks such as:
- Cleaning and sanitizing: Wash, disinfect, and store dishes, glasses, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.
- Maintaining work areas: Keep kitchens, stewarding stations, storage rooms, and banquet support areas clean and organized.
- Operating equipment: Use dishwashing machines and other cleaning equipment safely and efficiently.
- Organizing supplies: Ensure clean utensils and equipment are available when kitchen and service teams need them.
- Following safety procedures: Comply with food hygiene, sanitation, workplace safety, and risk-prevention rules.
- Reporting problems: Inform supervisors about equipment faults, maintenance requirements, or operational issues.
- Waste management: Help manage waste and recycling according to hotel standards.
- Team coordination: Work closely with kitchen and restaurant staff to support smooth service.
Professional conduct, a positive attitude, and attention to detail are important throughout the shift.
Requirements and Essential Skills
Candidates should meet the following requirements:
- At least one year of experience in a Steward or similar position.
- Fluent Spanish; English-language skills are an advantage.
- Ability to work in a busy, high-volume hospitality environment.
- Strong commitment to cleanliness, organization, and quality.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and handle moderate loads.
- Availability for rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene procedures is desirable.
Previous experience in a hotel kitchen or restaurant may help applicants adapt to the role’s operational demands.
Salary and Employee Benefits
The supplied vacancy does not specify a salary. As a general planning estimate, a hotel Steward in Barcelona might earn approximately €1,300–€1,700 gross per month, depending on experience, working hours, and contract terms. This is an estimated range, not a confirmed salary offered by Grand Hyatt Barcelona.
The advertised benefits include:
- Special hotel accommodation rates for employees, family, and friends from the first day.
- 50% off food and beverages at selected Hyatt hotels.
- Access to a staff dining room with balanced, quality meals.
- Free access to a wellness platform supporting mental health and personal growth.
- Ongoing learning and career development opportunities across Hyatt’s global network.
- An inclusive workplace focused on trust, well-being, respect, and professional growth.
The exact contract type, working hours, and additional benefits should be confirmed through the official vacancy.
How to Prepare Your Application
Prepare an updated CV highlighting your kitchen stewarding experience, Spanish proficiency, hygiene knowledge, equipment-handling skills, and ability to work rotating shifts. Explain how you maintain cleanliness and support kitchen teams during busy service periods.
Grand Hyatt Barcelona emphasizes equal opportunities and an inclusive workplace. Its values include empathy, integrity, respect, inclusion, innovation, and well-being. Check the official Grand Hyatt Barcelona careers listing for application instructions and the latest employment details.
