Stewards (STWDs) are members of the Navy and a Steward's job is primarily
the provision of hospitality services within the Navy. A Steward duties are
varied and range from food and beverage services to financial management
and administration.
Steward's are not Cooks, although they may work alongside Cooks and some
food preparation will comprise part of their duties.
What We Do:
Training:
Basic Military Qualification:
The first stage of training for a successful applicant is a 13-week Basic Military Qualification (BMQ) course held at theCanadian Forces Leadership and Recruit School, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec. This training provides the basic
core skills and knowledge common to all trades. A goal of this course is to ensure that all recruits maintain the CF
physical fitness standard, as a result, the training is physically demanding.
BMQ covers the following topics:
Basic Military Occupational Training:
On completion of BMQ, Stewards attend Basic Military Occupational (MOC) Training at the Canadian Forces School of Administration and Logistics (CFSAL) in Borden, Ontario. Training takes approximately 59 days and includes:
Career Development:
The opportunities for advancement in the Steward MOC are good. Advancement to Leading Seaman within 48 months,
and to Petty Officer second class in 8 years is possible for those who possess proven abilities. Service aboard ship or
as a Flight Steward with an aircraft crew provides excellent travel opportunities.
Advanced Military Occupation Training and Specialty Training:
Personnel who demonstrate the required ability and ambition can undertake advanced occupational training through
formal courses or on-the-job training as they progress in their career. Specialty training may also be available. Below
are examples of training related to the Steward occupation.
Advanced Training Courses:
Specialty Training Courses:
Working Environment:
Stewards must be prepared to work in very diverse situations. On bases, they often work irregular hours in surroundings
that vary from office settings to a mess environment; on ships and aircraft, they often work in cramped and hot quarters, and are subjected to adverse environmental and climatic conditions. In operational environments, Stewards may be exposed to combat situations.
Personnel in this military occupation frequently work shifts, including weekends and holidays. The Steward trade is a sea-going trade: members of
this MOC spend 75% of their first 10 years at sea and will return to a ship again in the later part of their career. In addition, Stewards may serve with
Canadian troops supporting UN or NATO commitments. Appropriate training, environmental clothing and equipment are provided, and Stewards’
health, safety and morale are closely monitored.
Related Civilian Occupations:
 | Serve food and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) on formal and informal occasions at sea and ashore as | |
| well as on board military aircraft, including VIP flights | ||
| Prepare light meals, snacks and hors-d’oeuvres on ships and aircraft | |
| Operate military warehouses at sea and in deployed operations | |
| Operate ship borne convenience stores (known as Ship Exchanges) | |
| Maintain records, financial accounts and filing systems for activities relating to the use of public and non-public | |
| funds (NPF) | ||
| Operate military clubs (known as messes), including allocation and control of facilities, mess fund accounting, bar | |
| management and staff supervision | ||
| Manage military accommodations, including room allocation, reception, furnishings, key control, cleaning and | |
| maintenance | ||
| Provide non-public funds (NPF) management on all HMC ships |
Training:
Basic Military Qualification:
The first stage of training for a successful applicant is a 13-week Basic Military Qualification (BMQ) course held at the
core skills and knowledge common to all trades. A goal of this course is to ensure that all recruits maintain the CF
physical fitness standard, as a result, the training is physically demanding.
BMQ covers the following topics:
| Contribute as a Member of a Military Team | |
| Canadian Forces Regulations and Orders | |
| Operate the Service Rifle | |
| Physical Fitness Proficiency | |
| Drill | |
| First Aid | |
| Operate in a Field Environment | |
| Participate in Force Protection | |
| Operate in a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Environment | |
| Maintain a Safe Working Environment | |
| Communicate Verbally and in Writing | |
| Canadian domestic and International Military Relationships | |
| History, heritage and traditions of the Profession of Arms in Canada | |
| CF Personnel Well-being Programmes and Initiatives | |
| Personnel Management and Administrative Procedures |
Basic Military Occupational Training:
On completion of BMQ, Stewards attend Basic Military Occupational (MOC) Training at the Canadian Forces School of
| Food handling hygiene and sanitation practices | |
| Dining room services (formal and informal) | |
| Beverage services | |
| Basic monetary operations and accounting | |
| Short-order cooking | |
| Etiquette and protocol | |
| Maintenance of equipment and facilities | |
| Basic personal computer skills for office support |
Career Development:
The opportunities for advancement in the Steward MOC are good. Advancement to Leading Seaman within 48 months,
and to Petty Officer second class in 8 years is possible for those who possess proven abilities. Service aboard ship or
as a Flight Steward with an aircraft crew provides excellent travel opportunities.
Advanced Military Occupation Training and Specialty Training:
Personnel who demonstrate the required ability and ambition can undertake advanced occupational training through
formal courses or on-the-job training as they progress in their career. Specialty training may also be available. Below
are examples of training related to the Steward occupation.
Advanced Training Courses:
| Administrative Support and Financial Management of NPF Entities | |
| Warehouse Administration and Management | |
| Personnel Management | |
| Accommodation | |
| VIP Food and Beverage Services |
Specialty Training Courses:
| Instructional Techniques | |
| Flight Steward | |
| Submarine Duties | |
| First Aid Instructor | |
| Nuclear Biological and Chemical Defence training |
Working Environment:
Stewards must be prepared to work in very diverse situations. On bases, they often work irregular hours in surroundings
that vary from office settings to a mess environment; on ships and aircraft, they often work in cramped and hot quarters,
Personnel in this military occupation frequently work shifts, including weekends and holidays. The Steward trade is a sea-going trade: members of
this MOC spend 75% of their first 10 years at sea and will return to a ship again in the later part of their career. In addition, Stewards may serve with
Canadian troops supporting UN or NATO commitments. Appropriate training, environmental clothing and equipment are provided, and Stewards’
health, safety and morale are closely monitored.
Related Civilian Occupations:
| Purchasing Manager | |
| Food Service Supervisor | |
| Hotel Clerk Supervisor | |
| Flight Attendant, Purser | |
| Hotel Front Desk Clerk | |
| Head Bartender and Barkeeper | |
| Attendant in accommodation and travel | |
| Operator and Attendant in the fields of amusement, recreation and sports | |
| Short Order Cook | |
| Retail Trade Manager | |
| Maître d’hôtel and Host/Hostess | |
| Bookkeeper | |
| Food Counter Attendant, Kitchen Helper | |
| Accommodation Services Manager | |
| Restaurant and Food Services Manager | |
| Retail Trade Supervisor | |
| Administrative Services Manager | |
| Storekeeper and Parts Clerk | |
| Supervisor of Finance and Insurance Clerks | |
| Property Administrator | |
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