Cafe & Kitchen Superstar — Growth & Perks

WHSmith; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support (EAP)

Career progression opportunities

Employee discounts via Beny app

Local cafe team environment

Job summary

WHSmith Australia operates Food by WHSmith cafes in major hospitals, including Lyell McEwin Hospital. We are seeking a Kitchen Hand to support fast-paced service, food prep, and delivering quality customer experiences in a hospital cafe setting.

Ideal applicants bring hospitality experience, strong teamwork and a can-do attitude. Availability for morning and evening shifts is preferred, with opportunities for growth within the team.

Qualifications

• 1 year of hospitality experience in Kitchen Hand or Sandwich Hand roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Physically capable of lifting and moving stock.
• Willingness to learn and a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Preparing sandwiches, wraps and other items according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Preparing and cooking food including Bain Marie style hot food.
• Clean and maintain general kitchen areas, including dishwashing and waste management.
• Unpack and sign off deliveries, rotate stock and pack away properly.
• Ensure all food is prepared and handled in line with safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organised and well-stocked prep area.
• Serve customers efficiently and courteously.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily service targets and standards.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Teamwork

Food safety

Communication

Manual handling

Job description

WHSmith Australia operates Food by WHSmith cafes in major hospitals, including Lyell McEwin Hospital. We are seeking a Kitchen Hand to support fast-paced service, food prep, and delivering quality customer experiences in a hospital cafe setting.

Ideal applicants bring hospitality experience, strong teamwork and a can-do attitude. Availability for morning and evening shifts is preferred, with opportunities for growth within the team.