Sculler (Kitchen Steward)

Pepperclub Hotel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 66,960 - 100,440; Full time

Job summary

Pepperclub Hotel in Cape Town is seeking a Sculler - Kitchen Steward to maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation in the kitchen. This role supports chefs and service teams by ensuring a spotless, safe, and well-prepared environment.

As part of the Food & Beverage team, you will handle washing, sanitising, waste management, restocking and ongoing safety compliance, while upholding Pepperclub's Raise values of Responsibility, Accountability, Integrity, Service and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a sculler, kitchen steward, or cleaner in a hotel/restaurant preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning practices and food safety principles.
• Physically fit for a high-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, evenings, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitise crockery, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils according to hygiene standards.
• Keep scullery areas, sinks, floors, and equipment clean, dry, and hazard-free at all times.
• Assist chefs and cooks by ensuring a steady supply of clean tools and utensils during service.
• Properly separate and dispose of waste, recyclables, and food scraps in line with hotel procedures.
• Handle cleaning chemicals and machinery responsibly, ensuring correct usage and storage.
• Maintain adequate supplies of cleaning materials and assist with restocking crockery and utensils where needed.
• Follow all hygiene, health, and safety protocols, including PPE and temperature control guidelines.
• Work cooperatively with kitchen and service teams to support smooth operations during peak hours.
• Report damaged items, maintenance issues, or shortages immediately to supervisors.
• Represent Pepperclub with reliability, respect, and commitment to excellence - even in back-of-house duties.

Skills

Cleaning & sanitising

Teamwork

Communication skills

Flexibility for shifts

Tools

Cleaning equipment handling

Job description

Sculler - Kitchen Steward

Pepperclub Hotel | Cape Town

The Sculler at Pepperclub Hotel plays a critical role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation within the kitchen. This behind-the-scenes position ensures that chefs and service teams can operate efficiently in a spotless, safe, and well-prepared environment.
As a valued member of the Food & Beverage team, the Sculler upholds Pepperclub's RAISE values - Responsibility, Accountability, Integrity, Service, and Excellence - by working diligently, respectfully, and with pride in every task.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Cleaning & Sanitising: Wash and sanitise all crockery, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen utensils according to hygiene standards.

• Work Area Maintenance: Keep scullery areas, sinks, floors, and equipment clean, dry, and hazard-free at all times.

• Support Kitchen Operations: Assist chefs and cooks by ensuring a steady supply of clean tools and utensils during service.

• Waste Management: Properly separate and dispose of waste, recyclables, and food scraps in line with hotel procedures.

• Stock & Equipment Care: Handle cleaning chemicals and machinery responsibly, ensuring correct usage and storage.

• Restocking: Maintain adequate supplies of cleaning materials and assist with restocking crockery and utensils where needed.

• Safety Compliance: Follow all hygiene, health, and safety protocols, including PPE and temperature control guidelines.

• Team Collaboration: Work cooperatively with kitchen and service teams to support smooth operations during peak hours.

• Operational Standards: Report damaged items, maintenance issues, or shortages immediately to supervisors.

• Professional Conduct: Represent Pepperclub with reliability, respect, and commitment to excellence - even in back-of-house duties.

Requirements, Qualifications & Expectations

• Previous experience as a sculler, kitchen steward, or cleaner in a hotel or restaurant environment preferred.

• Knowledge of basic cleaning practices and food safety principles.

• Physically fit and able to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented.

• Able to follow instructions and maintain consistency in tasks.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, evenings, and public holidays.

• Committed to upholding hygiene and operational excellence.

Why Join Pepperclub

• Be part of a respected, values-driven kitchen team.

• Work in one of Cape Town's top luxury hotels with professional standards and supportive leadership.

• Gain valuable experience in hotel operations and kitchen support.

• Build a foundation for future growth in the hospitality industry.