About Latitude 13 Degrees

The Latitude Hotels Group is a unique African lifestyle hospitality brand operating in urban environments across the continent. The group embraces best practices in sustainability, environmental impact, and ethical sourcing of materials.

Latitude 13 Degrees in Lilongwe is seeking a suitably qualified, self-motivated, and dedicated individual to fill the position of Porter / Steward.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, well-maintained, and organized at all times.
• Keep floors clean and dry at all times.
• Operate industrial dishwashers efficiently.
• Wash, wipe, sort, and stack dishes; load and unload dishwashers.
• Store cleaned items safely and in an organized manner.
• Clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment following procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of floors and walls in kitchen and dishwashing areas.
• Clean large kitchen equipment as assigned.
• Follow SDS (Safety Data Sheet) guidelines for safe chemical use.
• Maintain a hygienic working environment in line with company standards.
• Collect and remove trash from all operational areas.
• Dispose of waste according to hotel and regulatory standards, including recycling.
• Keep waste bin areas clean and tidy.
• Monitor chemical levels and inventory.
• Remove broken or chipped items and update inventory records.
• Clean, sanitize, and close workstations.
• Report maintenance or hazard issues to the chef.
• Assist with light food preparation when required.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Skills and Specifications

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods.
• Physically capable of bending, lifting, reaching, and carrying heavy loads.
• Comfortable working with cleaning chemicals and safety equipment.
• Ability to read and understand safety materials and workplace documents.
• Flexible and able to work nights, weekends, and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Prior cleaning experience is required.

Working Conditions

• Flexible and sometimes long working hours.
• Medium physical work involving lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying.
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods or entire shifts.

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, well-maintained, and organized at all times.
• Keep floors clean and dry at all times.
• Operate industrial dishwashers efficiently.
• Wash, wipe, sort, and stack dishes; load and unload dishwashers.
• Store cleaned items safely and in an organized manner.
• Clean and sanitize pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen equipment following procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of floors and walls in kitchen and dishwashing areas.
• Clean large kitchen equipment as assigned.
• Follow SDS (Safety Data Sheet) guidelines for safe chemical use.
• Maintain a hygienic working environment in line with company standards.
• Collect and remove trash from all operational areas.
• Dispose of waste according to hotel and regulatory standards, including recycling.
• Keep waste bin areas clean and tidy.
• Monitor chemical levels and inventory.
• Remove broken or chipped items and update inventory records.
• Clean, sanitize, and close workstations.
• Report maintenance or hazard issues to the chef.
• Assist with light food preparation when required.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

• Ability to stand or walk for long periods.
• Physically capable of bending, lifting, reaching, and carrying heavy loads.
• Comfortable working with cleaning chemicals and safety equipment.
• Ability to read and understand safety materials and workplace documents.
• Flexible and able to work nights, weekends, and public holidays.

• Prior cleaning experience is required.