The Kitchen Hand is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, organisation, and basic food preparation within the kitchen. This role supports chefs and cooks to ensure smooth daily operations and compliance with food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Wash and sanitise dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment

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- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen floors, benches, walls, cool rooms, and storage areas

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- Assist chefs with basic food preparation (washing, peeling, chopping, portioning)

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- Operate dishwashing machines and maintain soak tanks correctly

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- Remove rubbish and recycling regularly and maintain waste areas

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- Assist with stock rotation and organisation

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- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health & safety regulations

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- Support the team during busy service periods

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Skills & Requirements

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

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- Strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene

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- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods

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- Reliable and punctual

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- Team-oriented with a positive attitude

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- Basic understanding of food safety standards (Food Handler Certificate preferred)

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Reporting To Head Chef

Work Conditions

Includes evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Physically demanding role

Fast-paced kitchen setting

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $28.00 – $33.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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