Kitchen Hand

Soldier On; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Meals provided on shift

School terms only

Job summary

Chartwells is seeking a reliable Kitchen Hand to join the catering team at a prestigious private school in Bathurst. The role offers term-time work, with school holidays off, flexible rosters, free parking and meals provided on shift.

The position involves assisting with food prep, deep cleaning, stock organisation and strict adherence to food safety and WHS standards. You will support chefs and the wider team in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume kitchen hand or hospitality environment.
• Strong time management and multitasking in a fast-paced setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Willingness to obtain Working With Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation and presentation of food.
• Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment at high volume.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen, dining and service areas, including deep cleaning duties.
• Receive, unpack and organise stock deliveries and supplies.
• Follow strict food safety and WHS standards in line with company protocols.
• Support chefs and the wider catering team as required.

Skills

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

High-volume kitchen

WHS standards

Multitasking

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Kitchen Hand to join our catering team at a prestigious private school. Enjoy the benefits of term-time work only, with school holidays off, flexible rosters, free parking and meals provided on shift.

Description:

Kitchen Hand

$27.09/hour + Casual loading + penalties

• Free onsite parking
• Meals provided on shift
• Work during school terms only with school holidays off

Chartwells are specialists in providing catering and hospitality services in education. Our goal is to provide engaging and nutritious dining solutions tailored to support academic achievement at the highest levels.

THE POSITION

• Assist with basic food preparation and presentation of food
• High volume washing and sanitising of dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across kitchen, dining and service areas, including deep cleaning duties
• Receive, unpack and organise stock deliveries and supplies
• Follow strict food safety and WHS standards in line with company protocols
• Support chefs and the wider catering team as required

THE PERSON

• Experience in a high-volume kitchen hand or hospitality environment
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting
• Enjoy working as part of a team in a busy environment
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to learn and contribute to a dynamic team
• Hold or be willing to obtain a Working With Children Check

THE BENEFITS

• Easy access to 100+ retail discounts.
• Opportunity to learn new skills and move to different internal roles.
• A chance to join an ecologically and socially forward operation.
• School holidays off, supporting a great work-life balance.