Steward

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Joining Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach as a Kitchen Steward means you are the foundation of exceptional dining, keeping kitchens clean, compliant with HACCP, and primed for service. This hands-on, fast-paced role requires washing and sanitising equipment, maintaining stewarding areas, supporting chefs, and assisting with waste and safety practices while identifying maintenance issues. The ideal candidate understands hygiene standards, is reliable and physically capable, and can work a rotating roster including mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays. Benefits include chef-made meals on shift, laundered uniforms, a complimentary Sofitel night each year, staff discounts, and career development. To apply, highlight cleanliness, teamwork and safety, and your flexibility. Apply now and shape your hospitality career with Sofitel.

Company Description

Located in the heart of Broadbeach and just moments from the coastline, Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach is where French elegance meets beachside sophistication. With 296 beautifully appointed rooms, sweeping ocean and hinterland views, and vibrant dining destinations, this is a place where hospitality is alive, warm, and effortlessly refined.

Job Description

As a Kitchen Steward, you are the foundation of our culinary operation. You are the start and the finish of every culinary journey - ensuring our kitchens are clean, organised and compliant, so our chefs can perform at their best and our guests can enjoy exceptional dining experiences.

This is a hands-on role where consistency, care and attention to detail matter. You’ll work behind the scenes to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety and hygiene across all kitchen and back-of-house areas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Wash, clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, utensils, crockery and glassware in line with HACCP and food safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchens, stewarding areas, cool rooms and back-of-house spaces.
• Support chefs by ensuring equipment and work areas are clean, stocked and ready for service.
• Assist with waste management, recycling and sustainable practices in line with hotel procedures.
• Follow and uphold all HACCP requirements including cleaning schedules and chemical handling.
• Identify and report maintenance or safety issues to ensure a safe working environment.
• Work collaboratively with culinary and stewarding teams to support smooth service flow.

Qualifications

What you will bring to the role

• A strong understanding of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety standards (HACCP knowledge highly regarded).
• A reliable, hands-on approach with pride in maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider culinary team.
• Physical capability to perform manual tasks safely.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Additional Information

Thrive in our Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach community: 

• A chef prepared meal complimentary on every shift
• Laundered uniforms to have you looking and feeling your best
• A complimentary Sofitel night’s stay each year, including breakfast, to celebrate your work anniversary
• Global discounts across Accor hotels, restaurants, and experiences
• An additional paid day off during your birthday month
• Personalised reward program curated to suit your lifestyle
• Discounted onsite parking, secure bike storage, and convenienct access to public transport
• Walking distance to Broadbeach’s best dining, shopping, and coastline
• Leaders who invest in your development, coaching, and long-term career
• A global brand setting standards for French luxury hospitality

Apply now and shape the future of your hospitality career with Sofitel.
Current Australian working rights are required for this position with the ability to work Part Time, an average of 20 - 37 hours per week.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer that celebrates diversity in all forms. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we welcome you to let us know so we can support you.