Kitchen Steward

Sofitel - Chic, Passionate, Indulged, Special. Experience the very best of modern luxury at Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour. Here you can indulge in a decidedly chic encounter that combines the spirit of Aotearoa with the French Art de Vivre.

The unmistakable influence of fashion has imbued Sofitel with a couture approach to service, from the fine attention paid to the smallest detail, to the elaborate flourishes that enchant and delight guests. As proud “Ambassadors” of l’Art de Vivre around the world, we are committed to delivering hospitality excellence and heartfelt service, in a manner that is tailor-made to our guests

We are looking for an ambassador for Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour as Part Time Kitchen Steward. The ambassador should an eye for detail, a passion for creating magnifique luxury experience for our guests and developing a wonderful team.

Purpose: 

You are the start and finish of an amazing culinary experience.

Our Ambassador will:

• Responsible for the cleaning duties within the kitchen or food preparation area, including the cleaning of cooking and general utensils used in a restaurant and/or a kitchen. Maintain a high level of workplace hygiene and safety in the kitchen and related areas. Assist with the assembly and preparation of ingredients for cooking as required.
• Cleaning, sanitation and storage of all cutlery, crockery, kitchen equipment and appliances, using wither industrial washing machines or hand washing as appropriate.
• Cleaning of walls, floors and general kitchen work spaces, working to cleaning schedule as prescribed for the area.
• Cleaning of food storage areas including fridges, cool rooms and dry goods stores, ensuring that principles of food hygiene are being observed; report any hazards or problems to Executive Chef.
• Remove rubbish regularly, ensure that kitchen and waste areas are free of refuse.  Clean industrial bins on a daily basis.
• General maintenance and cleaning of the loading dock.
• Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
• All other Kitchen responsibilities.

• Minimum 6 months experience in a similar role, preferred.
• Physically fit and able to stand for the duration of a shift (8 hours).
• Good level of fitness and ability to lift kitchen equipment over 10kg.
• Organises time and work efficiently.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Willingness to work weekends and public holidays if need be
• Initiates contacts and establishes rapport easily.
• Has the aptitude and willingness to undertake further development with Sofitel.

• Learn your Way - Access to Docebo so you can Earn while you Learn!
• Benefits Your Way - Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
• Complimentary meals on shift
• Accor's Parental Leave Scheme - up to 12 weeks for Primary Carers and up to 2 weeks for Secondary Carers
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program