Charcoal Cook

El Jannah; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

El Jannah in Sydney is seeking enthusiastic and reliable Restaurant Team Members for Casual Temporary Entry Level roles in Front of House or Back of House. This hands-on position requires no previous experience, with full on‑the‑job training provided to help you start quickly and grow.

Join a fast‑paced team, contribute to great guest experiences, and learn charcoal cooking or service tasks while upholding food safety standards.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and follow procedures.
• Strong team communication and reliability.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating workstations safely and efficiently.
• Assist with charcoal cooking and/or guest service as needed.
• Prepare ingredients and portioning for service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the work area.
• Monitor temperatures, safety, and quality standards.
• Support service flow during busy periods.
• Follow food safety and WHS requirements and report hazards.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver a great guest experience.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willing to learn

Team player

Flexible rosters

Fast-paced work

Job description

Casual Temporary Entry Level

Posted 24 Oct 2026

Description

About the Role

We’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable people to join our team as Restaurant Team Members, working in either Front of House (FOH) or Back of House (BOH). This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you’ll work alongside a great team, keep the energy high, and help create memorable experiences for our guests. No previous experience is required, with full training provided on the job.

What You’ll Be Doing

Charcoal Cook:

• Setting up and operating the charcoal pit safely and correctly
• Cooking and basting charcoal chicken to El Jannah recipe and quality standards
• Portioning, rotating, and preparing chicken for service
• Monitoring cook times, temperatures, and product quality
• Keeping the charcoal station, tools, and surrounding areas clean and organised
• Supporting service flow during busy periods
• Following food safety, WHS requirements, and reporting hazards or incidents
• Working closely with the wider team to deliver a great guest experience

What We’re Looking For

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn and follow procedures
• Attention to detail and pride in quality work
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• A team-first mindset with respectful communication
• Availability to work flexible rosters, including evenings and weekends
• Previous fast food or hospitality experience is helpful but not essential
• Be part of an iconic Australian brand with a strong culture
• Learn valuable skills through structured, on-the-job training
• Work in a supportive and inclusive team environment
• Enjoy a fun, energetic workplace where every shift matters

If you’re ready to be part of a team that cares about great food, great service and working well together, we’d love to hear from you.