Kitchen stewards

Iconic Plaza Hotel is recruiting dependable, hardworking Kitchen Stewards to join our culinary operations team. This role ensures kitchen cleanliness, supports food preparation logistics, and helps maintain a safe, efficient back‑of‑house environment that enables our chefs and service teams to deliver outstanding dining experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Dishwashing and Cleaning — Operate dishwashing equipment; wash, sanitize, and store cookware, utensils, and serviceware.
• Kitchen Housekeeping — Clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces, floors, drains, and storage areas; empty bins and manage waste disposal.
• Equipment Care — Maintain and perform basic cleaning of kitchen equipment; report faults and coordinate minor maintenance with engineering.
• Stock Handling — Receive and unpack deliveries; rotate and store dry goods, chilled and frozen items according to FIFO and hygiene standards.
• Support Food Prep — Assist chefs with basic prep tasks (peeling, washing, portioning) as directed and transport items between kitchen stations.
• Health and Safety Compliance — Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures; wear required PPE and adhere to HACCP guidelines.
• Team Coordination — Communicate with chefs, stewards supervisor, and housekeeping to ensure smooth service during peak periods.
• Lost and Found and Inventory — Help maintain inventory records for cleaning supplies and report shortages promptly.

Requirements

• Education — Minimum KCSE or equivalent; basic literacy and numeracy.
• Experience — Prior experience in a kitchen, stewarding, or hospitality environment preferred but not required.
• Skills — Knowledge of basic cleaning chemicals and safe handling; ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Physical — Able to stand for long periods, lift up to 25 kg safely, and work in hot, fast‑paced conditions.
• Attributes — Reliable, punctual, detail oriented, discreet, and able to maintain composure under pressure.
• Availability — Willingness to work shifts, early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Legal — Right to work in Kenya and ability to pass background checks.
• Certifications — Food safety or basic hygiene training is an advantage.

About Iconic Plaza Hotel

Iconic Plaza Hotel blends contemporary comfort with authentic Kenyan hospitality. Located in the heart of the city, we welcome business and leisure travelers with thoughtfully designed rooms, locally inspired dining, and attentive service. Our culture values warmth, integrity, and sustainability. We invest in our people through training, career development, and a supportive workplace where teamwork and respect come first. Iconic Plaza Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.

Application Process

To apply send your CV and a brief cover letter to hr@iconicplazahotels.com with the subject line: Kitchen Steward Application — [Your Full Name]. In your cover letter, state your earliest available start date and include one or two references. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a phone screening followed by an in‑person practical assessment and interview. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.