Kitchen Steward

Standard Hotels; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Career development programs

Holiday entitlement 28–33 days

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Medical assistance

Employee wellbeing programme

Headspace access

Hospitality travel discounts

In-house experience programme

F&B discounts

Referral bonus up to £1,000

Job summary

The Standard, London is hiring a Kitchen Steward to keep kitchens clean, organised and service-ready in a fast-paced, multi-outlet hotel environment. You will support chefs, manage waste, and help maintain hygiene standards across busy service periods.

We welcome reliable, proactive candidates who take pride in a spotless, safe kitchen and are able to work varied shifts, including evenings and weekends. Eligibility to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in stewarding, kitchen portering, cleaning, hospitality or a similar environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, crockery, utensils and workspaces.
• Manage waste and recycling processes.
• Ensure back-of-house areas remain safe, spotless and inspection-ready.
• Support chefs and operational teams behind the scenes.

Skills

Stewarding experience

Cleanliness hygiene

Attention to detail

Team player

Physical fitness

Flexible shifts

Job description

Kitchen Steward · London King's Cross · £12.71 + £1.41 Tronc & Additional Benefits · Full time · Shift Pattern

London sets the perfect stage for The Standard’s first European flagship and since opening in 2019, The Standard, London has firmly established itself as one of the capital’s most dynamic lifestyle hotels.

Set in King’s Cross within the hotel’s iconic brutalist building, The Standard brings its design-led, culture-driven, activation-heavy philosophy to the heart of the city. With 266 guestrooms ranging from cosy rooms to terraced suites overlooking St Pancras, alongside a constant programme of cultural happenings, the hotel has become both a neighbourhood fixture and an international destination.

Our restaurants, bars and rooftop terraces are legendary. From Isla’s Garden setting to Double Standard’s vibrant energy, Decimo’s skyline dining and Sweeties’ late-night scene, our venues create a high-volume, multi-outlet operation that runs from early morning through to late night. Together, these spaces position The Standard, London as one of the city’s most exciting destinations for events, celebrations and brand experiences.

We are defined by our richness of personality, diversity of background and lifestyle and are now looking for a Job Title who will embody our 'Anything but Standard' ethos. As part of Hyatt, we're committed to creating an environment where our people feel they belong, can grow, thrive and do their best work.

Your Role

Behind every great restaurant, bar and kitchen is a team making sure everything runs smoothly. As a Kitchen Steward at The Standard, London, you'll play a vital role in keeping our kitchens clean, organised and service-ready. From maintaining equipment and ensuring the highest hygiene standards to supporting chefs and operational teams behind the scenes, our Kitchen Stewardshelp create the foundations that allow exceptional hospitality to happen every day.

This is a hands-on role where no two shifts are quite the same. As a Kitchen Steward, you'll be responsible for cleaning and sanitising kitchen equipment, crockery, utensils and workspaces, managing waste and recycling processes, and ensuring all back-of-house areas remain safe, spotless and inspection-ready. Working closely with the wider kitchen team, you'll help maintain the standards that keep our operation running efficiently during even the busiest services.

We're looking for a Kitchen Stewardwho takes pride in doing the essentials exceptionally well. Reliable, hardworking and detail-focused, you'll understand that the small things matter and that a clean, organised kitchen is just as important as what's being served from it.

Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Kitchen Steward at The Standard, London?

While our guests may never see you, they'll feel the impact of your work. We're looking for people who are reliable, proactive and take pride in maintaining high standards.

• Previous experience in stewarding, kitchen portering, cleaning, hospitality or a similar environment is advantageous.
• A strong understanding of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety standards.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• A positive, team-focused approach with a willingness to support colleagues wherever needed.
• Reliable, organised and committed to maintaining consistently high standards.
• Comfortable carrying out physically active work, including lifting, cleaning and standing for extended periods.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling and health & safety practices is beneficial.
• Flexible and adaptable, with availability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Takes pride in creating a clean, safe and organised environment for the wider team.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates.

Benefits Include

• Uniform provided
• World class development programmes and opportunities to develop your career internationally with Hyatt
• 28 Days Holiday rising to 33 days with service
• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance (2 x Annual Salary)
• Medical Assistance (including online GP and Physiotherapy Services)
• Employee Assistance Programme with Wellbeing Support services
• Membership to Headspace Meditation app
• Hospitality Rewards benefit platform
• Worldwide Travel Discounts, including colleague + family rates across Standard and Hyatt properties
• In-house Experience Programme
• F&B Discounts ranging from 25-50%
• Recruitment Referral Bonus up to £1,000 gross