Stewards - FTC (x8) (Stewards - FTC - 26)

Vineyard, Oude Werf and Stellenbosch Hotels by Petousis; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Vineyard, Oude Werf and Stellenbosch Hotels by Petousis in Newlands, Cape Town is seeking eight seasonal Kitchen Stewards on a fixed-term, hourly-paid basis. You will ensure the highest standards of cleanliness for dishes, utensils, and kitchen areas to support the culinary team and uphold safety standards.

Applicants should have matric, be available for mornings/evenings/weekends, and have a satisfactory criminal record.

Qualifications

• Matric required.
• Shift work including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Previous experience in a kitchen cleaning or scullery.
• Satisfactory criminal record, subject to assessment of the offence.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment thoroughly and efficiently.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, including floors, work areas, and storage spaces.
• Ensure an adequate supply of clean dishes, glassware, and utensils for service.
• Properly dispose of kitchen waste and maintain waste management systems.
• Store cleaning chemicals and kitchen equipment safely according to regulations.
• Support kitchen staff by organizing and tidying up storage areas.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, health, and safety regulations always.

Skills

Dishwashing operations

Communication skills

Fast-paced work

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Matric

Job description

Overview

This highly acclaimed Hotel prides itself on being a respected & progressive employer brand, celebrated for our investment in employee wellness, the broader community & the environment.

We are looking to recruit seasonal Stewards to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the kitchen, ensuring all utensils, equipment, and work areas are properly cleaned, sanitized, and available for use. The Kitchen Steward supports the smooth running of food preparation and service by providing clean, well-maintained tools and equipment to the culinary team while adhering to all health, safety, and environmental standards.

Reference

Stewards - FTC - 26

Salary

ZAR0 - ZAR0/month + 0

Job Location

South Africa -City of Cape Town -Newlands

Job Type

Contract

Posted

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

Closing date

02 Oct 2026 20:59

Stewards (x8)

(Seasonal Recruitment - Fixed-Term Contract - Hourly Paid)

Key Accountabilities

• Wash dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other kitchen equipment thoroughly and efficiently.


• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, including floors, work areas, and storage spaces.


• Ensure an adequate supply of clean dishes, glassware, and utensils for service.


• Properly dispose of kitchen waste and maintain waste management systems.


• Store cleaning chemicals and kitchen equipment safely according to regulations.


• Support kitchen staff by organizing and tidying up storage areas.


• Ensure compliance with hygiene, health, and safety regulations always

Minimum Requirements

• Matric


• Shift work including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays


• Previous experience in a kitchen cleaning or scullery


• Satisfactory criminal record, subject to assessment of the nature, severity, relevance, and recency of any offence

Key Competencies

• Operates dishwashing machines


• Kitchen items are thoroughly cleaned & sanitized.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.


• Collaborates with chefs, kitchen staff, and management.


• Assists with additional kitchen tasks as needed.


• Follows hygiene and safety standards.


• Handles cleaning chemicals and equipment safely.


• Stands for long hours and performs repetitive tasks.


• Lifts and moves heavy kitchen equipment when necessary


• Neat and professional


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Work across all areas of the hotel containing guest public spaces i.e. passages, lifts, rest rooms, lobby, lounges, gym.


• Deep clean areas


• Maintain housekeeping supplies


• Handle and store cleaning materials and equipment


• Handle waste


• Devotion to quality


• Listening skills


• Adaptability


• Social skills


• Initiative


• Vitality


• Sensitivity


• Service orientated

Employment Equity

Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in line with the Company’s transformation objectives in the Employment Equity Plan.

Fixed-Term Contract Period

Please note that this is a fixed-term contract position for the period 01 November 2026 to 30 April 2027, and employment will automatically terminate on the contract end date.

Closing Date

Please apply by no later than 02 October 2026