Catering Assistant (Casual) - Flexible Shifts & Training

Council Jobs; Blacktown; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25% casual loading

12% superannuation

Ongoing training and development

Fitness Passport access

Job summary

Blacktown City Council is seeking a casual Catering Assistant to support busy venues. You will prepare and serve food and beverages, set up kiosks, handle sales at the POS, and help keep areas clean and welcoming.

The role requires flexibility to work 3–7 hour shifts, including weekends, across our facilities in Blacktown. You will gain experience across events and daily programs, with ongoing training, a supportive team, and access to employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to work 3–7 hour shifts across weekdays and at least one weekend shift per week.
• Customer service experience in busy, high-volume environments is desirable.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food and beverages.
• Set up kiosks and catering areas.
• Process customer sales and operate point of sale systems.
• Answer enquiries and assist guests.
• Keep refreshment areas clean, safe, and welcoming.
• Restock products, rotate stock, check deliveries, and assist with catering administration.
• Clean tables, empty bins, and maintain food safety standards.
• Set up, use, and store kitchen and servery equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Food handling

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Blacktown City Council is seeking a casual Catering Assistant to support busy venues. You will prepare and serve food and beverages, set up kiosks, handle sales at the POS, and help keep areas clean and welcoming.

The role requires flexibility to work 3–7 hour shifts, including weekends, across our facilities in Blacktown. You will gain experience across events and daily programs, with ongoing training, a supportive team, and access to employee benefits.