Kitchen - Kitchen Steward

The Hermitage; Aoraki / Mount Cook; On-site; NZD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation onsite at reasonable rents

Free access to activities after eight weeks

Generous discounts on food and beverage

Job summary

The Hermitage in Aoraki/Mount Cook is seeking a full-time Kitchen Steward to join its dynamic team. The role involves ensuring all food preparation areas are cleaned to hotel standards and offers progression into a chef position for suitable candidates.

Ideal candidates will have a passion for food and prior experience in a kitchen environment. Enjoy working in stunning surroundings and a fast-paced environment, with benefits including discounts and access to activities offered by the hotel.

Qualifications

• Preferred six months of experience in a kitchen or café environment.
• Openness to feedback and a willingness to learn about food safety.

Responsibilities

• Clear dishes during service times and follow food control plans.
• Assist with sorting linen, store deliveries, and stock rotation.
• Prepare food ingredients by washing, peeling, and cutting.

Skills

Experience in kitchen or café environment

Passion for food

Ability to communicate effectively

Attention to detail

Job description

For those who dream bigger!

At the Hermitage, Aoraki/Mount Cook, our guests stay with us because of the unique location, amazing views, excellent service, and the one‑off experiences we provide. Our team members choose to work with us because of the extraordinary career opportunity to work in the national park while delivering memorable guest experiences. Our team sees every aspect of hospitality, develops their careers, and can transfer their skills when ready for their next adventure.

We are looking for energetic, hardworking, and enthusiastic individuals to aid in our kitchen operations at the Hermitage Hotel. Kitchen Stewards work to ensure that all food preparation and service areas, along with all general cooking and serving items, are cleaned to hotel standards in a timely manner.

You will work across all food‑related areas; Alpine Restaurant, Panorama Room Restaurant, Sir Edmund Hillary café, Chamois Bar and Grill, stores and staff dining under the direction of the immediate supervisor. This position can provide progression into a chef position for the right candidate.

What will you be doing

• Clear dishes from the dish station, prioritizing during restaurant service times
• Follow and use the Hermitage Food Control Plan and company procedures
• Work as part of the stewarding team to maintain a pleasant and safe working environment
• Assist with sorting linen and uniforms as per laundry service requirements
• Assist with store deliveries as required
• Move and rotate stock on FIFO (first‑in‑first‑out) basis
• Run errands between kitchens and within the hotel as required
• Actively and positively communicate with colleagues
• Demonstrate competent and safe use of knives
• Prepare food by washing, peeling, and cutting various menu ingredients
• Prepare platters

What you will bring to the role

• Six months or more experience working in a kitchen or café environment is preferred
• A passion for food and willingness to work in a fast‑paced busy kitchen
• The ability to communicate and collaborate with colleagues
• A curiosity and openness to feedback and learning
• A commitment to food safety and high attention to detail

The role and benefits

• Full Time, permanent, minimum 60 hours per fortnight. Hourly rate is $25.00
• Live in Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park with stunning surroundings and unparalleled views
• Accommodation onsite at reasonable rents, including Wi‑Fi and power
• Free access to all activities offered by the Hermitage Hotel after eight weeks of service
• Generous discounts on food and beverage available from your first day on the job
• Discounted hotel accommodation for friends and family after eight weeks of service
• Also available: fixed‑term, full‑time role, minimum 60 hours per fortnight