Kitchen Hand

Select Aust Sydney; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Aust Sydney is seeking a reliable Kitchen Hand to support a state government department in Wacol on a contract-to-perm path. Starting pay is $38.40 per hour with weekly super, offering steady hours and potential full-time progression after 3 months.

Responsibilities include basic food prep, dishwashing, and maintaining hygiene and safety standards. Queensland Blue Card clearance and full Australian working rights are required.

Qualifications

• Clearance: Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check) is mandatory.
• Experience: Previous kitchen hand or catering assistant in a commercial setting.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of food hygiene practices and WHS standards.
• Work rights: Full Australian Working Rights.

Responsibilities

• Assisting kitchen staff with basic food preparation, plating, and meal portioning.
• Operating commercial dishwashers, pot washing, and maintaining kitchen sanitation standards.
• Storing incoming food deliveries and maintaining clean, organised cold/dry storage areas.

Skills

Blue Card clearance

Kitchen experience

Food hygiene

WHS knowledge

Australian working rights

Job description

Job Type: Contract position | Full time position

Job Description

Earn $38.40/hr supporting a major state government department in Wacol! Ongoing role with a direct 3-month pathway to permanent or long-term casual employment.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Hand to join a dedicated facilities team supporting a prominent state government department in Wacol. This ongoing role offers consistent hours, excellent pay, and strong long-term career stability. With the opportunity to transition to permanent employment or remain ongoing casual after your initial 3 months on assignment.

What's in it for you?

Top Pay Rate: $38.40 per hour + Super (Paid weekly). Career Progression: Temp-to-perm or ongoing casual options after 3 months.

State Government Stability

Consistent weekday and weekend operational shifts within a secure public sector environment. Immediate Start: Jump straight into the team without delay.

Your Daily Responsibilities

• Assisting kitchen staff with basic food preparation, plating, and meal portioning.
• Operating commercial dishwashers, pot washing, and maintaining kitchen sanitation standards.
• Storing incoming food deliveries and maintaining clean, organised cold/dry storage areas.

Upholding strict food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety guidelines at all times.

What You Need

• Clearance: Valid Queensland Blue Card (Working with Children Check) is mandatory.
• Experience: Previous experience as a Kitchen Hand or Catering Assistant in a commercial or institutional setting.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of food hygiene practices and WHS standards.
• Work Rights: Full Australian Working Rights.