Key Responsibilities
Prepare ingredients and assist with daily food preparation.
Cook and assemble meals according to recipes and required standards.
Assist the chef/cook with meal preparation and kitchen operations.
Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and food preparation areas.
Clean and sanitise benches, floors, equipment, and storage areas.
Store food correctly and monitor stock levels.
Assist with receiving and putting away deliveries.
Follow food safety, workplace health and safety, and hygiene procedures.
Minimise food waste and maintain good kitchen organisation.
Support other kitchen team members during busy service periods.
Perform other general kitchen duties as required.

Skills & Experience
Previous kitchen, cooking, hospitality, or food service experience is desirable.
Basic cooking and food preparation skills.




Good understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
Reliable, punctual, and well organised.
Ability to follow instructions and recipes accurately.
Physically capable of standing for extended periods and performing general kitchen duties.
A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Qualifications
Food Safety Certificate or relevant food-handling training is desirable.
Relevant hospitality or commercial cookery qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer
Friendly and supportive working setting.
Training and opportunities to develop kitchen skills.
Versatile shifts, including weekday and weekend opportunities.
Opportunity to become a valued member of a skilled kitchen team.

📌 Cook/kitchen Hand Melbourne
🏢 Ihg
📍 Melbourne