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Position Description
POSITION TITLE
REPORTS TO
DIRECT REPORTS
CONTRACT TYPE
(RNA Certified Agreement,
Individual Employment Contract,
Relevant Industry Award)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
(Full-time, Part-time, Casual)
Head Kitchen Steward
Kitchen
Full-time
Context
The RNA was established in 1875 with the purpose of providing an opportunity for country and urban
residents to celebrate together by putting on the first ever Queensland Inter-colonial Exhibition. The
mission of the Association, which remains the same today, was to promote and encourage the
development of the agricultural, pastoral, horticultural, industrial, manufacturing and cultural resources of
the State of Queensland.
Today the RNA represents around 5, 000 members and the RNA Showgrounds hosts not only the Ekka
but hundreds of other events and activities each year. The Ekka still remains the RNA’s landmark event,
running over ten days at the same site as the very first show back in 1875.
RNA’s exciting Regeneration project will rejuvenate and provide the Ekka with state of the art facilities and
see the RNA Showgrounds become the centrepiece of a new mixed-use precinct in Brisbane (Bowen
Hills). The RNA Showgrounds is set to be transformed into a lifestyle and cultural hub for the community
to access all year round. One of the key reasons for redeveloping the RNA Showgrounds is to generate
year round, seven days a week vitality throughout the precinct for use by the community. The
regeneration will preserve the historic character of existing facilities, while creating a new and unique
sense of place for all Queenslanders.
Primary Function (Why this job exists)
The Head Kitchen Steward is responsible for overseeing the team of Kitchen Stewards and ensuring they
are performing to the required level at all times. They are in charge of the cleaning and sanitising of the
kitchen areas, utensils and equipment, the monitoring and control of stock and chemicals, and the
rotation and storage of inventory. This role will effectively liaise with the kitchen brigade in keeping a well
organised, clean and productive kitchen.
Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities
1. Ensure the Kitchen Stewards are presented to the required standard, are following all policies
and procedures and are performing to the highest level at all times, leading by example.
2. Pro-actively liaise with Chefs in order to adequately determine the needs of the team.
3. Have knowledge of OHS and hygiene standards in commercial kitchens, and ensure staff under
your guidance follows these principles.
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4. Ensure all machinery is operated in line with operating instructions, and maintain machinery and
surrounding areas to the highest possible standards.
5. Monitor and control stock levels and place orders for required stock. Ensure that all foodstuffs
are correctly stored and rotated upon receipt of new food items. Check and sign for any
deliveries.
6. In an efficient and timely manner ensure the completion all washing and cleaning duties on shift
to ensure sufficient crockery, cook wear and utensils are available to the kitchen brigade.
7. Ensure all rubbish and waste products are disposed of appropriately, in the correct time frames
and in line with hygiene and OHS guidelines.
8. Comply with RNA Showgrounds policies and procedures and relevant appropriate legislation and
meet OHS, anti-discrimination, equal opportunity and other legislative requirements in
accordance with the parameters of the above position.
Performance Measures (What does success in the role look like)
1. The ability to stay calm and focused in a fast paced, high pressure environment.
2. Productive member of the kitchen brigade and ensures the Kitchen Stewards are also
contributing its success by providing adequate support to both front and back of house.
3. Strong worth ethic, able to cope with the physical demands of the role, while ensuring the
highest standards in both individual and team performance.
4. Ensures time management of Kitchen Steward Duties, and ensure all tasks completed within the
required timeframes and budgets.
5. Effective management and motivation of direct reports, ensure sufficient training, supervision and
performance management are taking place.
Key Relationships (Which are the key roles this role interacts with)
Position Title
Executive Chef
Deputy Executive Chef
Sous Chef
Food and Beverage Staff
Operations Team
Person Specification
Essential
EXPERIENCE Ideally the successful candidate will
have supervisory experience in a large
commercial kitchen, at a minimum
they are required to have three years’
experience as a Kitchen Steward in a
commercial kitchen and the natural
ability to lead a team.
Proven track record of working in a
fast paced environment while
providing excellent support for the
kitchen brigade.
Have knowledge of OHS and hygiene
standards in commercial kitchens.
EDUCATION
SKILLS/ABILITIES/ High energy with a positive attitude
KNOWLEDGE
and initiative.
Ability to work shift hours and
weekends.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the
ability to interact with co-workers in a
Desirable
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Essential
professional and courteous manner.
Demonstrated commitment to
applying relevant and applicable
policies, procedures and legislation in
the day-to-day performance of the
functions of this position.
Desirable
Progression Statement
CREATED BY:
AUTHORISED BY:
DATE:
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