Kitchen Steward

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 78,120 - 111,600; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in Cape Town seeks a diligent Steward to support the Stewarding Supervisor by maintaining cleanliness of all kitchens, restaurants, and related areas across the operation.

The role involves performing sanitation tasks, operating dishwashing equipment, restocking supplies, and ensuring safe, organized workspaces while adhering to resort policies. Excellent English and the ability to handle multiple tasks under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 required.
• Experience in hotel industry preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and organize work.
• Willing to work morning and evening shifts.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Guest-oriented with a vibrant personality.
• Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• To perform sanitation and cleanliness duties to maintain kitchen restaurants and work areas.
• To keep equipment and utensils in clean and orderly condition.
• Perform all general cleaning duties of kitchen facilities.
• Performed all duties in accordance with departmental and Resort policies.
• Maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of the garbage area.
• Monitor chemicals and water temperature during shift.
• Clean and organize associated work area and kitchen equipment according to procedures to maximize efficiency.
• Re-stocks all supplies in the assigned areas.
• Operates and maintains dishwashing equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness in assigned station and or stations.
• Stores cleaned items in the proper location.
• Keeps kitchen floors and stewarding areas clean and free of dirt /germs.
• Perform tasks of a reasonable nature as and when requested by senior management.

Skills

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Guest-focused

Proficient English

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

Scope of Position:

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, the successful candidate will assist the Stewarding Supervisor in maintaining the cleanliness of all kitchens, restaurants and throughout the operation.

Responsibilities

• To perform sanitation and cleanliness duties to maintain kitchen restaurants and work areas.


• To keep equipment and utensils in clean and orderly condition.


• Perform all general cleaning duties of kitchen facilities.


• Performed all duties in accordance with departmental and Resort policies.


• Maintains the cleanliness and sanitation of the garbage area.


• Monitor chemicals and water temperature during shift.


• Clean and organize associated work area and kitchen equipment according to procedures to maximize efficiency.


• Re-stocks all supplies in the assigned areas.


• Operates and maintains dishwashing equipment.


• Maintains cleanliness in assigned station and or stations.


• Stores cleaned items in the proper location.


• Keeps kitchen floors and stewarding areas clean and free of dirt /germs.


• Perform tasks of a reasonable nature as and when requested by senior management.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 required.


• Previous experience within hotel industry.


• Must be able to prioritize, organize and be self-efficient.


• Must be able to work am and pm shifts.


• Able to perform under pressure.


• Must be guest-oriented, have a vibrant personality, and radiate enthusiasm to assist people.


• Proficient in the English language (verbal & written), additional languages are an asset.


• Must be able to handle a multitude of tasks in an intense, ever-changing environment.


• Must be flexible in terms of working hours, and able to work with little or no supervision.

Additional Information

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

We as a company are committed to diversity and inclusion. Our Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered during the recruitment process. We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds.