- Assist chefs in delivering standout campus food experiences
- Work at the iconic University of Sydney
- Build real-world skills in a hands‑on, high-volume hospitality environment

WHO WE ARE

We are Australia’s largest and oldest Student Union. We are about students on Campus. As the primary provider of coffee & food on campus, we have a wide rangeofcafes and quick service venuesthat include our own Food Truck & Coffee Van.

We are committed to a sustainable future for our campus community and have made commitments ensuring sustainability is embedded into everything we provide – from our events and cafés to our student programs and facilities.

We care about your development so we offer two full days of paid training to help build your barista & customer service skills so you can become a coffee connoisseur & customer service star.

WHO YOU ARE

We are looking for experienced Kitchen Hands with a love for great food and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service to join our Gold Licensed catering company,HostCo, on the main campus of University of Sydney.

This is an opportunity to be part of a fresh and dynamic team and culture. We want someone who can really bring positivity and a motivational personality to the team!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

- Bring energy and a positive attitude to support a high‑performing kitchen team delivering great customer experiences
- Work alongside professional chefs to maintain clean, organised, high‑standard kitchens
- Own key kitchen tasks stock handling, prep support, cleaning, and keeping operations safe, efficient, and service‑ready

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

- 2 years + previous experience working in a similar fast paced functions, cafe or restaurant workplace
- Previous experience working with a commercial dishwasher, washing the dishes,



cleaning and sanitising a kitchen
- Exposure to food production and basic cooking processes
- The ability to lift up to 15 kilograms

DESIRABLE SKILLS

- Experienced in driving vans and larger vehicles, and open to further training to drive vans to various venues as needed
- Knowledge and previous experience in working with chemicals

THE PERKS

- Free USU Rewards membership on commencement worth up to $150
- A daily meal allowance/discounts to be used at all USU F&B; and Retail outlets (working over 5 hours)

THE PAY

$34.05 (inclusive of 25% casual loading)per hour + 12% Superannuation

In addition to the standard hourly rate, penalty rates apply for shifts worked after 6:00pm on weekdays, with increased rates available for event work on Saturdays and Sundays.

HOURS OFWORK

This is a casual role:rotating roster up to 38 hours per week, Monday to Sunday between 7am - 11:30pm

*You must be available to work a minimum of 3- 4 shifts a week, each shift consists of a minimum of 4 hours.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

We are committed to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities. We promote healthy living and aims to protect the health and safety of staff, members and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke‑Free Workplace. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications.

USU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Help make us better by joining our team.

Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date).

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📌 Casual Kitchen Hand (City of Sydney)
🏢 USU
📍 City of Sydney