Jorge & Co is a busy, family-operated café located within the Box Hill Public Hospital. We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Hand / Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys food preparation, works efficiently and takes pride in keeping their workspace clean and organised. The position will initially be casual, with the possibility of progressing to full-time employment for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities

Preparing a range of fresh salads each day

Completing daily slicing, chopping, peeling, weighing and portioning tasks

Preparing ingredients and assisting chefs with daily food production

Assisting with the preparation, assembly, packaging and labelling of catering orders

Preparing sandwiches, wraps, rolls, toasties and other café items when required

Restocking preparation stations, displays and ingredient containers

Following recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards

Checking food freshness and correctly labelling, dating and rotating stock

Receiving, organising and storing deliveries

Washing dishes, utensils, trays, pots,



pans and kitchen equipment

Ensuring all food safety sheets are filled accurately

About you

Be reliable, punctual and ready to work

Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude

Work efficiently in a busy, rapid-paced kitchen

Have strong attention to cleanliness, organisation and food presentation

Be comfortable following recipes, instructions and preparation procedures

Work well independently and as part of a team

Understand the importance of food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures

Be physically capable of standing for extended periods and completing manual kitchen duties

Previous commercial kitchen, food preparation, kitchen hand or similar hospitality experience is highly regarded and preferred

About us Jorge & Co is a busy, family-operated café located within Box Hill Public Hospital. We pride ourselves on serving fresh, high-quality food while maintaining a positive, professional and supportive working environment.

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📌 Kitchen Hand / Prep Cook (Port Phillip City)
🏢 Jorge
📍 Port Phillip City