Casual Cooks & Kitchen Hands

Calligeros Group; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Calligeros Group in NSW is seeking a hands-on kitchen assistant for a busy pub, offering 20-24 hours per week to start with extra hours available for those who show initiative.

You will help with basic prep, cooking, plating, dishwashing and kitchen hygiene, working with the Head Chef during lunch and dinner services in a brand-new, clean kitchen and team environment. Award Pay Rates under the HIGA award apply.

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen, prep or dishwashing experience is preferred, eagerness to learn.
• Flexible availability across weekdays, weekends, and evenings.
• Team player with good communication, speed and reliability under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with basic food prep, cooking, and plating standard pub menu items
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety
• Dishwashing, operating kitchen equipment, and keeping stations stocked and organised
• Working closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team during busy lunch and dinner services

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Dishwashing

Job description

This is a dynamic, hands-on role where you will support both prep work and service in a fresh, modern pub environment. You will be offered 20-24 hours per week to start, with plenty of extra hours available for team members who show initiative, strong work ethic and passion.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting with basic food prep, cooking, and plating standard pub menu items
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety
• Dishwashing, operating kitchen equipment, and keeping stations stocked and organised
• Working closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team during busy lunch and dinner services

About you

• Prior kitchen, prep or dishwashing experience is preferred but an eager attitude and willingness to learn are what matter most
• Flexible availability across weekdays, weekends, and evening shifts
• A team player with strong communication skills, speed and reliability under pressure

Award Pay Rates: HIGA award

Opportunity to secure more hours and step up as the venue grows

Work in a brand new, clean kitchen with a brand new team culture