Hotel Kitchen Assistant (Part-Time) – Clean, Prep & Support

Kimpton; Geelong; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong is seeking a part-time kitchen hand to support daily kitchen operations, assist chefs, and maintain hygiene standards. You will help with food preparation, stock checks, and coordinating with team members to ensure smooth service in a busy hotel kitchen environment.

This role requires a proactive team player capable of handling deliveries, waste disposal, and basic cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Actively cleans all kitchen dishes, utensils, equipment, and storage areas to maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Accepts and checks deliveries, ensuring accurate storage of goods.
• Maintains storage areas to be clean, neat, and free from health and safety hazards, while also providing regular assistance for deep cleaning projects.
• Handles and disposes of kitchen waste efficiently and in accordance with safety procedures.
• Ensures a hygienic kitchen is maintained at all times, adhering to food safety protocols.
• Assists chefs with cutting, chopping, and preparing food in a clean and hygienic environment, performing basic cooking and food preparation tasks.
• May be required to assist in other departments, based on operational needs.
• Works as part of a team, communicating with other departments as per hotel procedures to ensure excellent quality and service.
• Reports workplace hazards, injuries, or illnesses to the supervisor promptly.
• Demonstrates True Hospitality behaviors by making guests smile and building genuine connections.
• Participates in department/hotel training on brand standards, food safety, hygiene, and safety.
• Understands and works towards the Holiday Inn brand standards to deliver a great guest experience.
• Complies with IHG’s Code of Conduct, Crisis Management, HACCP & WH&S policies and procedures and promotes a greener hotel environment.
• Wears and maintains Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required to control workplace hazards, as directed or in safety procedures.
• Adheres to material safety data sheet requirements for all products used in the kitchen.
• Uses safety, emergency equipment, plant materials, tools, and substances as required by safety procedures.
• Works in smaller kitchen settings, such as bars and restaurants, performing basic food preparation and cleaning tasks.
• Cleans prep stations and ensures all kitchen areas are ready for daily operations.
• Manages inventory, keeping track of stock levels and assisting with orders.
• Provides support to chefs, line cooks, and service staff during peak hours and in daily operations.

Job description

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong is seeking a part-time kitchen hand to support daily kitchen operations, assist chefs, and maintain hygiene standards. You will help with food preparation, stock checks, and coordinating with team members to ensure smooth service in a busy hotel kitchen environment.

This role requires a proactive team player capable of handling deliveries, waste disposal, and basic cleaning tasks.