Hunter Multicultural Communities is a not-for-profit organisation supporting multicultural communities across the Hunter. We provide a range of community and aged care services, including preparing and delivering meals to older people in our community.

We are looking for a reliable and practical Casual Cook / Kitchen Hand to join our kitchen team.

About us

Hunter Multicultural Communities is a not-for-profit organisation supporting multicultural communities across the Hunter. We provide a range of community and aged care services, including preparing and delivering meals to older people in our community.

About the role

This is a hands-on role supporting the preparation, cooking, packing, and cleaning involved in our community meals service.

Depending on the shift, duties may include:
preparing ingredients and assisting with meal preparation
cooking meals under the direction of senior kitchen staff
portioning, packing, and labelling meals
washing dishes and kitchen equipment
maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen
receiving and storing food and supplies
following food safety, allergen and hygiene requirements
assisting with catering and other kitchen activities when required

About you





We are looking for someone who is dependable, works well as part of a small team and is comfortable in a busy commercial kitchen.

You will ideally have:
a passion for multicultural cuisine and communities
experience working in a commercial kitchen, café, catering, aged care services, or similar setting
basic cooking and food preparation skills
a valuable understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling
the ability to work efficiently and follow instructions
good organisation and attention to detail
a respectful approach to working in a multicultural community organisation
a food handling or food safety supervisor qualification

The successful applicant will be required to meet HMC's employment screening requirements, including a satisfactory National Police Check and Working with Children Check.

What we offer
$45.28 per hour casual rate, plus superannuation and applicable Award penalties
primarily daytime work
a friendly and community-focused workplace
varied kitchen and catering work
the prospect to contribute directly to a service supporting older people and multicultural communities across the Hunter
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📌 Casual Cook / Kitchen Hand Newcastle City Council
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