Catering Assistant

Programmed GO; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Programmed GO is seeking a reliable Catering Assistant to join our team. You will assist in the preparation and packaging of food items, pick and pack orders, and wash and pack dishes in a fast-paced catering environment.

Day and afternoon shifts rotate, with availability across weekdays and weekends. The ideal candidate will have food service experience, a food handler’s certificate is preferred but not essential, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering or food service role is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in packing orders.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Flexibility to work rotating day and afternoon shifts, including weekends.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food items according to recipes and portion sizes.
• Pack food items in containers or trays for delivery or pickup orders.
• Pick and pack orders accurately and efficiently.
• Assist in washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and work areas.
• Follow food safety and hygiene guidelines at all times.
• Assist in receiving and storing food supplies and ingredients.
• Help in setting up and breaking down catering events as needed.
• Follow instructions from supervisors and work as part of a team.

Skills

Food service experience

Flexibility

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Food handler certificate

Job description

Shift: Rotational shift, Day and Afternoon with 7 days availability

Job Type: Casual

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Catering Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and packaging of food items, picking and packing orders, and washing and packing dishes. This role requires flexibility to workday and afternoon shifts on a rotating schedule, including weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist in the preparation of food items according to recipes and portion sizes

- Pack food items in containers or trays for delivery or pickup orders

- Pick and pack orders accurately and efficiently

- Assist in washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment

- Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and work areas

- Follow food safety and hygiene guidelines at all times

- Assist in receiving and storing food supplies and ingredients

- Help in setting up and breaking down catering events as needed

- Follow instructions from supervisors and work as part of a team

Additional Notes:

• Make & Pack (Organizing catering packs/catering carts)
• Ideal candidates will already have experience in food production and completed a food handler’s certificate, but not essential
• Portioning and packaging meals according to specifications
• Measuring quantities of food items according to specifications
• Pick/Bar & Pack (Organising bar carts)
• Previous pick packing experience (advantageous)
• As the above but dealing with alcohol
• Wash & Pack (Wash line)
• Washing/Packing of equipment
• Working on a conveyor belt emptying/loading cutlery dish.

Qualifications:

- Previous experience in a catering or food service role is preferred

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in packing orders

- Good communication skills and ability to work well with others

- Flexibility to work rotating day and afternoon shifts, including weekends

- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices

- Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects

- Reliable transportation to and from work