Kitchen Steward

Title:Kitchen Steward

Reports to:Chef de Cuisine / Executive Sous Chef

Job Type:Full Time Seasonal (April through October)

Location: Inverness, Nova Scotia, B0E 1N0

About Cabot Cape Breton

Located on over a mile of sandy beach along the coast of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia—and nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the picturesque town of Inverness. Cabot Cape Breton features 46 holes of exhilarating golf and one of the best resort experiences in Canada. With two acclaimed World Top 100 courses, a 10-hole short course, 72 rooms of award-winning accommodation at Cabot Links Lodge, 19 upscale Golf Villas, 30 luxury homes, and exquisite dining in three on-site restaurants, Cabot Cape Breton is intended to excite and inspire at every turn.

We are seeking out purpose driven and passionate people who embrace Cabot’s values. Our #cabotcrew brings their unique spirit and individual character and shows up with all their heart to create a warm welcome to a magical place where remarkable memories are made.

If you join our team, you will live our values:

Confidence, Authenticity, Humility, Warmth

Position Overview

As a Kitchen Steward at Cabot Cape Breton, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our culinary facilities. Your responsibilities include washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, as well as ensuring they are sanitized and stored properly. You will assist in the overall cleanliness of the kitchen, including sweeping and mopping floors, removing trash, and cleaning work surfaces. Attention to detail and a proactive approach are essential, as you work diligently to support the kitchen staff in delivering exceptional dining experiences. By upholding high standards of cleanliness and contributing to the smooth operation of the kitchen, you will play a key part in ensuring the overall efficiency and success of Cabot Cape Breton's culinary operations.

You will thrive in this role if you enjoy:

• Cleanliness and Organization: Take satisfaction in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment, including washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, and ensuring everything is in its proper place.
• Team Support: Enjoy supporting kitchen staff by efficiently cleaning and sanitizing equipment, assisting with food preparation tasks, and contributing to the overall smooth operation of the kitchen.
• Attention to Detail: Find fulfilment in paying attention to cleanliness standards, ensuring that all items are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized, and following established protocols to maintain hygiene and safety.
• Physical Stamina: Thrive in a physically demanding role, handling repetitive tasks such as standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects, and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Efficiency: Embrace the challenge of working efficiently to keep up with the demands of a busy kitchen, managing tasks in a timely manner, and ensuring that kitchen areas are always ready for use.

Preferred qualifications and skills:

• Ability to handle multiple duties in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
• Ability to work flexible hours – weekends and evenings as required
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

Requirements of the role you should be aware of:

• Based on the nature of our business and the service we provide to our guests, to work with us, you must consent to a criminal background check as a condition of employment and an additional criminal background check every two years.
• As a seasonal resort business, you can anticipate a schedule that will involve day, evening, night, and weekend work.
• Spending long hours walking, standing, and using knife skills.
• Frequently lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional ascending and descending of stairs and ramps.
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, bending, twisting and lifting.
• Working in a hot, intense kitchen producing a significant volume of food.
• Constant focus and repetitive work are to be expected
• Ability to manage timeline pressures and constraints
• There may be interactions with patrons who are impaired

Our Benefits

• Access to learning & training opportunities to build your career.
• $10 green fees
• Complimentary Family Golf Round
• Friends and Family Rates for Golf and Lodging
• Discounts in our Retail Shops & Restaurants
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidized Team Housing, based on availability.
• Healthcare benefits for permanent and returning seasonal team members.