Kitchen - Kitchen Steward

Trojanholdings; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation onsite at reasonable rents

Free access to all hotel activities after eight weeks

Generous food and beverage discounts

Job summary

Trojanholdings is looking for a Kitchen Steward at the Hermitage Hotel in Aoraki/Mount Cook. This full-time role involves supporting kitchen operations and ensuring high standards of cleanliness in food service areas while working in a stunning national park setting.

Ideal candidates should have some kitchen experience, a passion for food, and excellent teamwork skills. Benefits include onsite accommodation, high hourly pay, and discounts after eight weeks of service. Join us for an extraordinary culinary adventure!

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Clear dishes from the dish station during restaurant service times.
• Follow and use the Hermitage Food Control Plan and company procedures.
• Assist with sorting linen and uniforms for laundry service requirements.

Skills

Experience working in a kitchen or café environment

Passion for food

Ability to communicate and collaborate

Commitment to food safety

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