Kitchen Stewarding Team Leaders

ICC Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily meals

Discounted car parking

Paid wellbeing leave

Volunteer leave

Birthday coffee/pastry celebration

Professional development

Job summary

ICC Sydney, Australia’s leading convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct, is seeking an emerging leader to join the world-class Event Delivery team as Kitchen Stewarding Team Leader. You will report to the Kitchen Logistics Manager and collaborate with the wider Kitchen team to deliver exceptional events.

We value a positive attitude, growth mindset, and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen stewarding, kitchen cleaning, hospitality, food production or logistics is desirable.
• Strong understanding of hygiene and food safety standards.
• Ability to safely operate commercial dishwashing and kitchen cleaning equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail with high cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work in a diverse team and follow directions from supervisors and leaders.
• Strong communication and a positive, professional attitude.
• Flexible availability to work across a 7-day roster, including early mornings and weekends.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety and safe manual handling practices.
• Valid working rights in Australia and 18+ years old.

Responsibilities

• Oversee team member management within the Kitchen Logistics department.
• Deliver high standard prep for events and manage staff across sections.
• Coordinate and deliver arrangements supporting the kitchen and food & beverage teams.
• Work effectively as part of a diverse team and follow directions from leaders.
• Train, lead and inspire the Stewarding team members.
• Provide adequate and clean operating equipment to meet daily kitchen needs.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and ISO 22000 food safety compliance.

Skills

Kitchen Stewarding

Hygiene & Safety

Team Communication

Flexibility

Job description

At ICC Sydney, Australia’s leadingconvention, exhibition and entertainment precinct, we’re more than just a worldclass venue and brand – we’re a community of passionate professionals dedicatedto putting our people first. As part of our close-knit team, you’ll helpdeliver unforgettable events and experiences in a space that fosters creativityand collaboration.

The Consortium involving Darling Harbour Live, Placemaking NSW, and ICC Sydney,as part of the Public Private Partnership (PPP) delivering ICC Sydney, includesthe architectural landmark – The Cutaway, as part of the PPP portfolio. Withits striking architecture and prime location in the heart of Barangaroo, TheCutaway is a premium stage for festivals, immersive experiences, corporatelaunches, exhibitions, gala dinners and creative industry showcases – making itan extraordinary location for our team members to work.

We prioritise inclusivity and support, creating an environment whereevery team member can thrive. If you need any adjustmentsduring the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team [e-mail] or call 02 9215 7188. You can also connect with oneofour internal diversity streams for additional support.

About this opportunity:

We are looking for anemerging leader to join our world-class Event Delivery team as our KitchenStewarding Team Leader. Reporting directly to our Kitchen Logistics Manager,you will work alongside the wider Kitchen team who thrive on a positiveculture, innovation and the delivery of our extraordinary events!

We are looking forsomeone with a positive attitude looking to grow and develop in a highpressure, high performing environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Assisting with overseeing team member management within the Kitchen Logistics department;
• Delivering high standard preparation for all off our events, and must be able to manage staff in several sections simultaneously;
• Assist in coordinating and delivering all arrangements related to supporting the kitchen team and food & beverage teams.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team and follow directions from supervisors and leaders.
• Assisting in training, leading and inspiring the Stewarding team members;
• Assisting with the provision of adequate and clean operating equipment to meet the daily requirements of the kitchen and outlets;
• Maintaining our high standards of food quality and ISO 22000 food safety compliance.

Why ICC Sydney?

• Free and fresh daily meals.
• Heavily discounted car parking and dry cleaning.
• Additional and generous leave opportunities including paid wellbeing leave and volunteer leave.
• Purchased leave, novated leasing and salary sacrificing options.
• Team social events; regular companywide meetings and networking, annual awards night, social clubs and committees and diversity and inclusion activations.
• Access to discounted or complimentary event tickets.
• A coffee and pastry on us, on your birthday.
• Regular professional development and learning opportunities.
• We encourage your work life balance and offer flexibility to suit you.
• As an international company, Legends Global can offer future career opportunities throughout our global network of venues.
• CBD location close to public transport and in the heart of the Darling Harbour precinct.

Through itspolicies and team member benefits, ICC Sydney iscommitted to prioritisingequitable, sustainable, and innovative practices for all team members andvisitors. This includes people with disabilities and all abilities, FirstNations People, people across all generations, LGBTQIA+ people, new Australiansas well as parents and carers and their families (from any family structure). Adiverse, in-house team of passionate professionals fosters an environment ofcollaboration, inclusion, and service excellence.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in a kitchen stewarding, kitchen cleaning, hospitality, food production or logistics environment is desirable.
• Strong understanding of workplace hygiene, cleaning and food safety standards.
• Ability to safely operate commercial dishwashing and kitchen cleaning equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining high cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team and follow directions from supervisors and leaders.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, professional attitude.
• Flexible availability to work across a 7-day roster, including early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Commitment to workplace health and safety and safe manual handling practices.
• Valid working rights in Australia.
• You must be 18 years or over.

What to expect next:

Ifthis sounds like the right role for you, we look forward to receiving yourapplication.

At ICC Sydney, we trust your resumecovers your skills, but we’re also looking for like‑minded passionate, andfriendly people to continue to build on our strong culture. Should yourapplication progress, you will be invited to attend an interview.

Please Note;

relevant screening checkswill be conducted as part of the recruitment process. This includes a NationalPolice Background Check for successful candidates. You will also be required toshow proof of identity that meets the 100-point check. Shortlisted candidatesmay also be required to complete an appropriate and relevant health assessmentas part of the recruitment process.

Join us atICC Sydney, where you can bring your best, whole self to a team that truly putspeople first.

A NSW Government project, ICC Sydney was delivered in partnership with Darling Harbour Live, comprisingCapella Capital, ASM Global,Lendlease, Hostplus, Aware Super, and Spotless FM.