Job Description
Emirates Leisure Retail Australia (ELRA) and Schnitz have joined forces to bring golden-crumbed, pan-fried schnitzel- crafted with Schnitz's traditional family recipe and a whole lot of passion - to the airport dining scene.
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THIS ROLE/LOCATION
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Join the Schnitz Crew at Melbourne Airport!
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Love great food, working in a fast-paced team, and bringing energy to every shift? We're looking for Casual Level 3, Grade 2 Cooks to join our Schnitz team at Melbourne Airport.
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Whether you've gained experience in a quick service restaurant, takeaway venue, café, or commercial kitchen, we'd love to hear from you. If you're reliable, enjoy working with people, and are available to work 3-4 days per week, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
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At Schnitz, we're passionate about serving Australia's favourite schnitzels while creating a fun, supportive workplace where our team can learn, grow, and develop their hospitality careers.
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This is an all-rounder position where no two shifts are the same. You'll play an important role in delivering great food and great service, working across both the kitchen and front-of-house. From preparing fresh salads and cooking our famous chicken schnitzels to taking orders and serving customers with a smile and creating an exceptional experience for every guest.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Prepare and cook food in line with recipes and brand standards.
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Operate cooking equipment including grills, fryers, and food preparation stations.
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Work across both kitchen and front-of-house areas to support daily operations.
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Maintain food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
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Prepare fresh ingredients, salads, and food items ready for service.
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Provide friendly and efficient customer service,



creating a positive experience for every guest.
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Take customer orders, operate the POS system, and process payments accurately.
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Work collaboratively with the team to deliver fast, high-quality service during busy periods.
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SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
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Previous experience in a Quick Service Restaurant (QSR), café, takeaway, food court, or hospitality environment.
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Experience in food preparation and cooking, with a strong understanding of food safety standards and the ability to ensure products are cooked correctly and consistently.
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A passion for delivering great customer service and creating positive guest experiences.
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A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn.
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Ability to multitask and remain calm during busy service periods.
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Confidence working across both kitchen and customer-facing areas.
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Availability to work 3-4 shifts per week on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.
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Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices (or willingness to learn).
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OUR VALUES
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Teamwork – We encourage & support our teammates and we reward hard work and celebrate achievements together with our Teams & Partners
n Service – We deliver exceptional guest experiences and we strive for excellence every time




n Integrity – We act honestly and ethically to build and protect our reputation and we respect differences and have no favourit'sgrant
n Quality– We aim to be the best and take pride in all that we do and we make it our priority to have a protected and attractive environment for our customers & teammates
n Results– We acknowledge our achievements, and learn from less favourable outcomes and success is working together to bring us growth and new opportunities
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WHAT WE OFFER
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Travel discount opportunities with Emirates Airline flights
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Food and beverage discounts via our corporate venues, inclusive across Australia and New Zealand
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Chance for growth opportunities and development in addition to ongoing daily training
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Free access to our Employee Health and Wellbeing Assistance Program (TELUS Health)
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Reward and Recognition Program
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Shopping Discounts with leading retailers on our online platform (Swag Store)
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If you have the drive and passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences and strive for excellence every time, we want to hear from you!
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which values diversity and inclusion. We embrace applicants from all culturally diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities and the LGBTQI+ community. We draw pride and strength from our diversity and actively foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the contribution made by all our people.
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Please note:
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It is a requirement for all successful applicants to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) which requires a full background and criminal history check. All roles offered will be conditional on applicants being able to successfully obtain an ASIC.

📌 Cooks At Melbourne Airport (Victoria)
🏢 Emirates Leisure Retail
📍 Victoria