Kitchen Steward

Le Méridien; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Méridien is seeking Kitchen Support Experts who are crucial in supporting various hotel functions. These associates will handle cleaning tasks, prepare dining ware, and ensure kitchen readiness for guests.

Candidates will adhere to safety protocols and maintain high quality standards within the kitchen environment. The role requires positive communication and teamwork to foster a collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow safety and security policies and procedures.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support cleaning and basic kitchen preparation needs.
• Report maintenance needs and unsafe work conditions.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships.

Job description

Kitchen Support Experts play an important role in support of several hotel functions. These associates may work across departments (e.g., kitchen, food and beverage, employee dining room) to support cleaning and basic kitchen preparation needs. Whether preparing fresh clean linen and spotless dining ware for guests to enjoy, operating and maintaining cleaning equipment and tools (e.g., dishwashing machines, hand wash stations), or transporting dishware across the hotel, these associates do whatever it takes to get the job done.

Key responsibilities

Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications

Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets

Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards

Speak with others using clear and professional language

Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals

Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards

Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time

Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping

Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance

Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.