Kitchen Steward

Novotel Hotels; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global accommodation and F&B discounts

LearnYourWay training platform

Service anniversaries recognition

Job summary

Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort & Convention Centre is seeking a Kitchen Steward to support our culinary team in a busy resort and conference environment.

You will help maintain a clean, safe kitchen, assist with basic prep and mise en place, and work in shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays. Previous kitchen experience is welcomed but not essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent cleanliness and attention to detail required.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Strong teamwork and communication with kitchen staff.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to follow safety and hygiene guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining cleanliness across all kitchen and food & beverage areas
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and WHS standards
• Following correct food handling and sanitation procedures
• Supporting basic kitchen preparation and ensuring mise en place is maintained
• Assisting the broader kitchen team and supporting chefs during service
• Contributing to efficient kitchen operations in a busy resort environment

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Positive attitude

Current driver’s license

Kitchen experience

Roster flexibility

Job description

Company Description

Join the kitchen team at Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort & Convention Centre, a vibrant coastal destination where resort dining meets large-scale conference and event operations.

Set on a stunning lagoon-front property featuring over 370 guest rooms, a busy on-site restaurant, and the region’s leading Convention Centre, the resort delivers everything from relaxed dining experiences to high-volume event service year-round.

As part of the globally recognised Accor Group, you’ll play an important role in supporting smooth kitchen operations across all areas of the business.

Job Description

As a Kitchen Steward, you will be a key support to our culinary team, helping maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised kitchen environment that enables seamless service delivery. Working closely with our chefs and kitchen team and with availability for evening shifts, you will play an important role in supporting smooth daily operations.

Working closely with our chefs and kitchen team, you will be responsible for:

• Maintaining cleanliness across all kitchen and food & beverage areas
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and WHS standards
• Following correct food handling and sanitation procedures
• Supporting basic kitchen preparation and ensuring mise en place is maintained
• Assisting the broader kitchen team and supporting chefs during service
• Contributing to efficient kitchen operations in a busy resort environment

Your work will directly support the delivery of high-quality dining experiences for our guests across the resort and Convention Centre.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness standards
• Good time management and ability to multitask
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Positive, adaptable attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Current driver’s licence
• Previous kitchen experience preferred but not essential
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Additional Information

Why work for Accor?

Accor is one of the largest global hospitality businesses, with over 5400 Hotels across 110+ countries, the career development opportunities are endless.

Benefits Your Way

• Access to global accommodation and F&B discounts
• #LearnYourWay with a sophisticated modern training platform, which offers a constantly expanding database of free, industry focused training.
• Recognition of service anniversaries and Accor Tenure Milestones.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion.

• We are an inclusive employer, and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and develop diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you are most welcome to let us know.