Kitchen Steward

About the role

The Kitchen Steward assists the kitchen team in maintaining a clean and operational work environment and equipment under the guidance of the Sous Chef. Reporting to the Restaurant Manager, the role works closely with front‑of‑house staff to ensure overall café hygiene.

Key responsibilities

• Follow official cleaning checklists to keep floors, walls, kitchen and stewarding areas spotless.
• Apply standard opening and closing procedures in line with company standards.
• Ensure proper use and cleanliness of kitchen equipment, dishwashers, utensils and machinery.
• Manage waste disposal areas, including dry, fresh food, glass and chemical waste.
• Coordinate with front‑of‑house staff for additional cleaning tasks as needed.
• Report any equipment requiring maintenance and strive to minimise breakages.
• Maintain organized dishwashing section and handle crockery, cutlery and glassware in designated areas.
• Record daily breakages and complete monthly inventory reports using the café’s standard forms.

Required profile

• Minimum of 1 year experience in the hospitality industry.
• Proficient in spoken and written English and able to work in a multicultural environment.
• Holds a valid Occupational Health Card.