At Marnong Estate, we believe exceptional guest experiences start behind the scenes. We are seeking a reliable, hardworking and team-oriented Kitchen Steward to support our culinary operations across our restaurants, events and production kitchen. This role is essential in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety and operational efficiency across the Estate.

About the Role

As a Kitchen Steward, you will be responsible for ensuring all kitchen areas, equipment and storage facilities are maintained to impeccable hygiene standards while providing valuable support to our chefs and wider kitchen team. You will play an integral role in delivering the premium hospitality experience Marnong Estate is known for.

Key Responsibilities

- Wash and sanitise cookware, utensils, crockery, cutlery, glassware and kitchen equipment.
- Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen preparation areas, cool rooms, freezers, receiving docks and storage areas.
- Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks as required.
- Complete daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedules.
- Manage rubbish removal, recycling and waste management across kitchen and operational areas.
- Support kitchen pack-down and end-of-service cleaning.
- Assist with stock receipt, storage and rotation (FIFO).
- Ensure all equipment is operated safely and according to procedures.
- Maintain compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Support the training and development of junior Kitchen Stewards where required.

What We're Looking For You will be someone who:

- Takes pride in maintaining a clean, organised and safe workplace.
- Works well under pressure in a rapid-paced hospitality environment.
- Demonstrates reliability, accountability and strong attention to detail.
- Enjoys being part of a collaborative team.
- Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
- Communicates effectively and professionally with colleagues.




- Is committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of their work.
- Has Full Australian Working Rights (no sponsorship available)
- Can work across 7 day rosters including Weekends and Public Holidays.

Skills & Experience

Preferred:

- Previous experience in stewarding, commercial cleaning, kitchens or hospitality.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Experience in operating commercial dishwashing equipment.
- Understanding of safe manual handling practices.

Advantageous:

- Food Handling Certificate.
- HACCP knowledge.
- First Aid Certificate.

Why Join Marnong Estate?
- Work within one of Victoria's premier hospitality and events destinations.
- Opportunities for career development into broader kitchen and culinary operations.
- Supportive team culture focused on growth and excellence.
- Diverse work environment spanning restaurants, events and production operations.
- Staff advantages and employee discounts.

Employment Type Casual opportunities available.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about hospitality, take pride in maintaining high standards, and want to be part of a team delivering exceptional guest experiences, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability.

Marnong Estate is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Pay: $33.05 – $33.85 per hour

Expected hours: 8.0 – 30.0 per week

Benefits

- Employee discount

Ability to commute/relocate:
- Mickleham VIC 3064: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):
- Ability to work across a 7 day roster including weekends, evenings and Public Holidays.

Education:
- Certificate I - IV (Preferred)

Experience:
- Kitchen Stewarding: 1 year (Required)

Licence/Certification:
- Food Safety Certificate (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Kitchen Steward | Kitchen Hand (Mickleham)
🏢 Marnong Estate
📍 Mickleham