Kitchenhand

Belong in a place where you can be yourself and love what you do. Join our hotel community and we will support you to realise your true potential. You will be part of a team where everyone’s contribution is valued. And we will empower you to bring ideas to elevate our services, creating personalised experiences for guests. Help them to feel special, and we will do the same for you.​

Join our passionate kitchen team as the heartbeat behind our chefs’ culinary magic! Be the essential force ensuring a spotless, hygienic space and pristine crockery that match our high-end standards. While kitchen experience is a plus, we value your can-do spirit, ability to thrive under pressure, and teamwork. If you’re organized, a multitasker, and passionate about top-tier cleanliness in line with NZ food safety, this exciting role is yours!

• 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.
• Cleaning of the cutlery, plates, sink area and buffet of the employee restaurant.
• Ensure cleaning equipment is maintained in effective working order, report any faults or repairs required to the Executive Chef.
• Assist and liaise with chef on duty with basic food preparation; grating, peeling, chopping, preparing batters, garnishes and seasonings.
• Any other reasonable request assigned by your manager

• This role is physical – you will be on your feet and lifting items so being comfortable with this is imperative
• You will need a strong attention to detail and clear communication skills
• You can work well as part of a team in a fast paced environment, with effective time management skills
• Previous experience in a similar role / hotel environment is advantageous
• The ability and flexibility to work various rostered shifts, including early morning, late evenings and weekends.
• You will need to hold working rights for New Zealand

Bring passion and dedication to excellence, and we will recognise your contribution with a variety of benefits, rewards and development opportunities. Join us, and you can thrive as an individual as well as being part of a supportive and inclusive team.

• Your loyalty card entitling you to discounted Hotel stays, food and beverage rates and Spa treatments worldwide.
• Daily staff meals provided.
• https://careers.accor.com/global/en/job/kitchenhand-in-sofitel-queenstown-hotel-and-spa-queenstown-new-ze-jid-86462