Trainee (Kitchen Steward)

Trainee (Kitchen Steward) – Cinnamon Life Colombo

Job Overview

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka is seeking a motivated individual to join its hospitality team as a Trainee – Kitchen Steward. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who are willing to learn, work in a fast-paced environment, and build practical experience in kitchen stewarding and back-of-house hotel operations.

The selected trainee will support kitchen and stewarding teams by maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and organisation across back-of-house areas while contributing to smooth and efficient daily operations.

Position Details

Job Title: Trainee – Kitchen Steward
Company: Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka
Industry: Hotel & Tourism / Hospitality
Job Type: Trainee / Full-Time
Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
Career Level: Trainee

Company Overview

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka is an integrated resort and entertainment destination in Colombo operated under the Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts brand. The property combines hospitality, dining, entertainment, and other lifestyle experiences within a major integrated development in Colombo. Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts is part of the John Keells Holdings group. (Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts)

Qualifications & Experience

• Candidates should be willing to learn and work in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Basic understanding of hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain workplace discipline.
• A responsible and positive attitude towards work.
• Previous experience in kitchen stewarding or kitchen operations will be an advantage.
• Relevant formal qualifications are not specified in the advertisement.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Assist with washing, polishing, and proper storage of crockery and cutlery.
• Support waste management and hygiene procedures.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist kitchen teams with basic operational support.
• Follow kitchen stewarding standard operating procedures and safety guidelines at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation across back-of-house areas.
• Support the kitchen and stewarding teams in ensuring smooth daily operations.

Required Skills

• Kitchen Stewarding
• Kitchen Hygiene
• Cleanliness and Sanitation
• Food Safety Awareness
• Teamwork
• Communication Skills
• Ability to Follow Instructions
• Workplace Discipline
• Time Management
• Attention to Detail
• Waste Management
• Ability to Work in a Fast-Paced Environment
• Willingness to Learn
• Responsible Work Attitude

Salary & Benefits

• Practical on-the-job training in kitchen stewarding.
• Exposure to professional hospitality and back-of-house operations.
• Opportunity to develop practical knowledge of kitchen hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Professional experience within a leading integrated hospitality destination.
• Opportunity to build a career in the hotel and tourism industry.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts careers platform.

Application Method: Apply using the application button provided with this job post.

Important Notes

• This is a trainee opportunity within the Kitchen Stewarding function.
• Candidates should be willing to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Basic knowledge of hygiene and cleanliness standards is expected.
• Prior experience in stewarding or kitchen operations will be an added advantage but is not stated as mandatory.
• The role involves maintaining kitchen areas, equipment, utensils, crockery, and cutlery.
• Candidates must be able to follow instructions, maintain discipline, and comply with food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts currently lists Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams Sri Lanka under its Colombo properties, confirming the job location as Colombo District, Sri Lanka.
• Job Category: Hotel & Tourism, Private Jobs