Kitchen Steward

Colonial Group; Tweed Shire Council; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Australia is seeking a Kitchen Steward to help keep our kitchen sparkling. You will clean crockery, utensils, glassware and equipment while following strict hygiene standards, supporting the kitchen brigade to ensure smooth service.

The role involves general cleaning, rubbish removal, floor care, chemical safety, and assisting with basic prep tasks such as grating, peeling and garnishes in a fast-paced, diverse team.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen operations or cleaning is a plus.
• Positive, can-do attitude and motivated demeanor.
• Thrives in a diverse, fast-paced team.
• Flexible with shifts including mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hygiene by cleaning crockery, cutlery, glassware and kitchen equipment.
• Carry out rubbish removal, sweeping and mopping floors.
• Disinfect and manage safe chemical usage.
• Support kitchen team with basic prep tasks and garnishes.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Cleaning

Teamwork

Flexible shifts

Job description

Purpose

As a Kitchen Steward, your role is pivotal in maintaining the sparkle of our kitchen. Your main responsibilities involve upholding cleanliness, including dishware, utensils, and workspaces, all while strictly adhering to hygiene standards. You are an integral part of the kitchen brigade, collaborating seamlessly to deliver exceptional dining experiences for our valued guests.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain impeccable hygiene while cleaning crockery, cutlery, glassware, and other kitchen equipment, using both commercial dishwashers and manual cleaning methods
• Carry out rubbish removal, sweeping and mopping of kitchen floors
• Disinfect and clean, ensuring the proper sequence of chemical usage
• Provide valuable support to our kitchen team, including various tasks such as basic food preparation, grating, peeling, chopping, and preparing batters, garnishes, and seasonings.

Skills & Experience

• Having practical experience in kitchen operations or cleaning is a plus
• Have an enthusiastic "can-do" attitude and a positive and motivated demeanour
• You thrive working within a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible availability to accommodate various shifts, including mornings, late evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required