Kitchen Hand

Common Vice – New Farm, Brisbane

Part-Time | 24–30 Hours Per Week (with potential for more) | Growth Opportunity

Common Vice is seeking a motivated and reliable Kitchen Hand to join our team in New Farm.

This is a 24–30 hour per week position, with the potential for more hours over time, suited to someone who wants more than just a job. We are building a structured kitchen environment focused on standards, discipline, and development — and we actively promote from within. For the right candidate, there is a genuine pathway to move up the ranks.

If you are serious about entering the industry properly and growing into a chef role, this is the opportunity.

The Role

You will be an essential part of the kitchen operation, supporting chefs and maintaining high standards across back-of-house areas.

Key Responsibilities

- Dishwashing and maintaining cleanliness of kitchen equipment
- Ensuring all back-of-house areas meet hygiene and food safety standards
- Assisting chefs with basic preparation and mise en place
- Receiving and correctly storing deliveries
- Supporting the team during busy service periods
- Following WHS and food safety procedures

Growth & Development Pathway

This is a structured entry-level position with progression opportunities. High-performing candidates will receive:





- Basic prep training
- Knife skills development
- Section exposure during service
- Mentoring from senior chefs
- A clear pathway toward Commis Chef or apprenticeship

We value commitment, work ethic, and consistency — and reward performance with responsibility. For the right candidate, there's real scope to move up the ranks quickly.

What We're Looking For

- Full Australian working rights
- Availability for 24–30 hours per week (including evenings and weekends), with capacity to pick up more hours
- Reliable and punctual
- Strong work ethic
- Physically fit and able to work on your feet
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Previous kitchen experience preferred but not essential for the right candidate

What We Offer

- Stable part-time hours with room to grow
- Supportive and structured kitchen environment
- Clear internal promotion opportunities
- Opportunity to build a long-term hospitality career

How to Apply

Bring your CV in person to Common Vice – Recent Farm, or forward your resume and availability to:

[email protected]

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $31.00 – $36.00 per hour

Benefits

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

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