Accor: Stewarding Executive — Chennai, TN, India

About Accor

Accor operates in hospitality through hotels, restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Its employer material describes a collection of brands with different identities and a common focus on guest experiences. The business therefore brings together the service and operational functions needed to run hospitality venues, rather than offering one uniform hotel product. Its recruitment introduction emphasises opportunities across professions within hotels and other hospitality settings, reflecting the range of work involved in delivering those experiences.

The position and its setting

Accor lists Stewarding Executive in Chennai, TN, India, under reference REF117237L. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 1 September 2026
• Brands: AccorHotel

Responsibilities and work described

• We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Stewarding Executive to join our organization in Chennai, India
• In this pivotal role, you will lead and manage all stewarding operations, ensuring standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and equipment maintenance
• Supervise a dedicated team, coordinate with multiple departments, and drive operational excellence through strategic planning, staff development, and efficient resource management
• This is an opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of service and hygiene
• Assign specific duties to all stewarding team members under your supervision, including external contracted employees, and provide clear instructions on work expectations and standards
• Development: and maintain comprehensive work schedules using computerized scheduling systems, ensuring adequate coverage while managing overtime and vacation requests efficiently
• Preparation: and submit weekly payroll reports and overtime documentation to senior management for timely approval and processing
• Monitoring: and maintain personal cleanliness standards and professional deportment of all team members, fostering a culture of accountability and pride in work
• Research / execution: regular training sessions and meetings with team members, training managers, and chemical suppliers to ensure continuous skill development and knowledge sharing
• Preparation: and manage operating equipment budgets for glassware, silverware, and chinaware, tracking breakage and theft with detailed documentation
• Identify and report non-usable products to management, maintain accurate breakage records, and ensure par levels of equipment are consistently updated
• Coordination: with restaurant managers to maintain outlet par stocks and prepare comprehensive breakage reports for each section
• Development: detailed expense forecasts for payroll, cleaning supplies, energy costs, and other operational expenses during the annual budgeting cycle
• Quality / delivery: strict compliance with local health and sanitation codes, conducting regular inspections and implementing corrective actions as needed
• Maintenance: vendor and supplier relationships, including contracts for garbage disposal, chemical supplies, pest control, and specialized cleaning services
• Support: the People & Culture Department in recruiting, interviewing, and selecting full-time and part-time stewarding staff

Essential requirements and candidate background

• High school diploma or equivalent secondary education
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in stewarding operations or a similar supervisory capacity
• Proficiency: reading, writing, and oral communication in English
• Leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff
• Organizational and time management abilities with meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency: computerized scheduling software and Microsoft Office applications
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards, sanitation protocols, and health code compliance
• Analyze data, prepare budgets, and manage expenses effectively
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills with a proactive approach to challenges
• Interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments
• Experience: vendor and supplier management and contract negotiation
• Work flexibly and adapt to changing operational demands
• Commitment to maintaining inclusive and supportive team environments
• Work ethic, resilience, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced hospitality setting

Location, schedule and contract conditions

• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Chennai, TN, India

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Stewarding Executive vacancy is not an offer for reference REF117237L; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

A closing date is not confirmed in this article. Check the current employer page before submitting: an undated posting can change or be withdrawn.

How to apply to Accor

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official Accor posting below and match the title and reference REF117237L.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Chennai, TN, India position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

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Practical preparation: maintenance

A maintenance example should identify the asset, the fault or preventive task and the action you performed. Explain the checks, records and handover involved in returning equipment or a service to use.

Relevant skills

• MS Office
• maintenance
• compliance
• payroll
• training
• communication
• hospitality
• food safety
• commercial negotiations