Kitchen Steward

Role summary

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The Kitchen Steward supports the kitchen team by washing dishes, pots and utensils, cleaning food-preparation areas, removing waste, and maintaining hygiene and safety standards. The role requires good physical fitness, attention to cleanliness, reliability, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment. Previous hospitality or commercial kitchen experience is helpful but may not be essential. The successful candidate should be flexible with shifts, including weekends and public holidays, communicate well with colleagues, follow food-safety procedures, and take pride in maintaining an organised and sanitary kitchen.

About the employer

Mercure Brisbane Spring Hill is a hotel operated under the Mercure brand, part of Accor, a major international hospitality group. The hotel is located in Spring Hill, close to Brisbane’s central business district, transport links, restaurants and major attractions. Mercure properties generally focus on friendly, locally influenced service while providing comfortable accommodation for business and leisure travellers. Hotel facilities commonly include guest rooms, dining or breakfast services, meeting areas, and operational departments such as housekeeping, maintenance, front office and food and beverage. Employees work in a multicultural hospitality environment and are expected to deliver professional service, maintain high standards and support teamwork. Accor also offers opportunities for training, internal mobility and career development across its worldwide hotel network.

Working in Australia

Australia offers hospitality jobs in hotels, restaurants, resorts and tourism centres, with opportunities in kitchen stewarding, housekeeping, food and beverage, and guest services. Brisbane has a warm subtropical climate, a relaxed outdoor lifestyle, good public transport and access to beaches, parks and cultural events. Australian workplaces are generally diverse, practical and safety-focused, with strong expectations around punctuality, respectful communication and workplace rights. International applicants normally need a visa that permits employment, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or another eligible temporary visa; conditions vary by nationality and occupation. Before relocating, arrange a tax file number, bank account, suitable accommodation and health insurance where appropriate. Brisbane living costs can be significant, especially for rent, so budgeting is important. Check current visa rules through the Australian Department of Home Affairs and confirm award rates and employment conditions with the employer.