Kitchen Hand

Jefferies Wholesale; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daytime hours

Friendly team environment

Hands-on experience in busy kitchen

Local business growth opportunity

Job summary

Jefferies Wholesale is seeking a reliable Kitchen Hand to join our busy commercial kitchen. You will help maintain daily operations by washing dishes, supporting with basic food prep, and keeping workspaces clean and organized.

We value a hands-on team player with a positive attitude who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Prior kitchen or hospitality experience is preferred, and daytime hours are offered to support a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Reliability and a positive attitude are essential.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.
• Team player who can also work independently.
• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Washing dishes, trays, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Assisting with basic food preparation.
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen workspaces and equipment.
• Keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and organised.
• Assisting with unpacking and storing deliveries.
• Supporting chefs and kitchen staff with day-to-day tasks.
• Following food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Reliability

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent worker

Job description

We're looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Hand to join our team at Jefferies Wholesale.

Working in our busy commercial kitchen, you'll play an important role in keeping daily operations running smoothly. From washing dishes and maintaining a clean workspace to assisting with basic food preparation, you'll work alongside our kitchen team to help get the job done.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in keeping things clean and organised, and wants to be part of a supportive team.

What you'll be doing

Washing dishes, trays, utensils and kitchen equipment.

Assisting with basic food preparation.

Cleaning and maintaining kitchen workspaces and equipment.

Keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and organised.

Assisting with unpacking and storing deliveries.

Supporting chefs and kitchen staff with day-to-day tasks.

Following food safety and hygiene standards.

What we're looking for

A reliable person with a positive attitude.

Someone who is hardworking and happy to get stuck in.

Good attention to detail and organisational skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.

A team player who can also work independently.

Previous kitchen or hospitality preferred.

What's on offer?

Daytime working hours – no late-night finishes.

A friendly and supportive team environment.

Hands-on experience in a busy commercial kitchen.

Opportunity to learn and develop new skills.

Be part of a growing local business.

Screening Questions

• Do you have experience in a similar role?
• Will your commute be 20 minutes or less?
• Describe your customer service experience
• Do you have a Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)?