Cook/Kitchen Hand

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 environment.
• Training and opportunities to develop kitchen skills.
• Flexible shifts, including weekday and weekend opportunities.
• Opportunity to become a valued member of a professional kitchen team.