About Us:

At The Big Group, we are all about the essence of true hospitality, made for the 21st century. From sourcing ingredients, training our staff, and curating the details, the great Art of Australian Hospitality is its ability to flex from formal to relaxed, ultra-contemporary to authentically multicultural, and to show everyone a valuable time. When it comes to our team, Fun is Fundamental!

We believe that a dynamic and enjoyable work environment is key to delivering exceptional service. Our team is passionate, energetic, and dedicated to creating memorable experiences for our guests while having a great time doing it!

Our Venues:

Ormond House, Luminare, The Glasshouse and State Library Victoria provide stunning event spaces for corporate dinners, conferences, cocktail parties, weddings, private occasions, milestone celebrations, and everything in-between. They are four distinct venues that epitomise elegance and sophistication. With the beauty and abundant light of the generously sized Glasshouse, the urban sophistication and breathtaking skyline views at Luminare, the timeless charm and historic grandeur of Ormond House, or the multiple captivating spaces within the landmark State Library Victoria, each space offers a unique backdrop for unforgettable events.

In addition to our venues, we also have a Production Kitchen in North Melbourne to support the volume of events within our venues.

Position Overview:



We are looking for Experienced Kitchen Hands to support our kitchens in our production kitchens and venues across Melbourne. All venues offer regular shifts throughout the week, with additional opportunities available on weekends. Flexible rosters are available with both day and night shifts. Anyone applying must also be available for the period below, and beyond:

- Australian Open (11th Jan - 1st Feb 2027)

Main Duties:

- General kitchens wash up - dishes, floors, walls, benches, kitchen equipment.
- Deep cleaning and organising spaces - fridge, freezer, storeroom cleaning and organising as per food safety and hygiene standards.
- Maintaining an organised kitchen space, where everything has a place and is easily accessible.
- Bin disposal, cleaning, and maintenance.
- Showing a commitment to our recycling program by separating recyclable, general and food waste.
- Assisting, when required, in other kitchen duties.

Experience & Skills Required:

- Experience in a kitchen hand role - over 1 year preferred.
- Reliability to commit to shifts rostered as per your availability.
- Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

How to Apply: If you are passionate about hospitality and have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we invite you to send us your resume!

📌 Experienced Kitchen Hands (Melbourne)
🏢 The Big Group
📍 Melbourne