About the role

We’re hiring an experienced, reliable and enthusiastic Back of House Team Members at Pepper Lunch, Highpoint Shopping Centre. We’re the original Japanese DIY teppan restaurant, and we’re looking for people who enjoy a fast service, jump in when a teammate needs a hand and take pride in sending out great food. This is a part time position based in Maribyrnong, VIC. In this role, you will be a vital member of our kitchen operations, supporting our culinary team to deliver exceptional food preparation and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in our kitchen environment. This position plays an essential role in ensuring our customers receive quality meals and our kitchen runs efficiently and smoothly.

What you'll be doing

- Preparing ingredients for cooking, including washing, slicing, cutting and portioning food items according to recipes and standards

- Prepare dishes accroding to SOP and Pepper Lunch's standard

- Set up the kitchen for service and close it down ready for the next crew.

- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including washing dishes, utensils, pots and pans

- Ensuring food storage areas are kept clean, organised and at appropriate temperatures in compliance with food safety regulations

- Loading and operating dishwashing machines and hand-washing stations as required

- Taking out rubbish and disposing of waste materials in accordance with health and safety guidelines

- Assisting with stock management and reporting low inventory levels to supervisors

- Following all food safety and hygiene protocols to prevent contamination and ensure customer safety

- Supporting the kitchen team with additional tasks as directed by senior kitchen staff or management

What we're looking for





- Previous experience working in a kitchen environment or as a kitchen hand is highly desirable

- A strong understanding of food safety, hygiene practices and the ability to work in compliance with health and safety regulations

- Physical fitness and stamina to work on your feet for extended periods and lift heavy items safely

- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow recipes and preparation standards accurately

- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy kitchen setting

- Reliability, punctuality and a positive work ethic

- The ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

- Flexibility to work various shifts, including possible early morning, evening or weekend hours

- No holidays planned for the next few months suring summer trading period.

What we offer

Pepper Lunch is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace. We offer our team members the opportunity to work in a professional kitchen environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. As a part-time employee, you will enjoy flexibility in scheduling where possible, allowing you to balance work with other commitments. We provide ongoing training and development opportunities to help you build your skills in food preparation and kitchen operations. Our team is welcoming and supportive, and we foster a positive workplace culture where every team member can thrive and grow.

Apply now

If you are interested in joining our team as a Back of House/Kitchen Hand, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application including your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

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