Kitchen Hand

The Salvation Army Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Collaroy Centre is seeking a Casual Kitchen Hand to support on-site catering operations. You will be responsible for cleaning catering equipment and maintaining hygienic kitchen areas, including dishwashing and floors, with shifts across mornings and evenings.

Previous kitchen hand experience and food hygiene training are desirable. The role offers casual hours across 7 days, with a commitment to teamwork and meeting deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in basic kitchen duties as a kitchen hand.
• Formal food hygiene training or certification.
• Ability to manage tasks to meet deadlines in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness of all catering equipment and surfaces.
• Wash dishes and maintain hygienic kitchen areas.
• Support kitchen team with general duties as required.

Skills

Kitchen hand experience

Food hygiene training

Job description

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. The Collaroy Centre is looking to bring on board

Number Of Positions Available

1

About Us

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

The Collaroy Centre is looking to bring on board Casual Kitchen Hand to support the catering operations on site!

Owned by The Salvation Army, our mission is to impact lives by growing and valuing people. As well as hosting school camps, conferences, and retreats, we also seek to assist the needy by running and investing in mission programs.

About The Role

You will be responsible for the cleanliness of all catering related equipment and flatware including washing dishes and general kitchen cleaning (sweeping and mopping floors etc.)

Shifts

availability 7 days per week, shifts are generally 7am-3pm or 5pm to approx. 8pm

Typical Duties Include

• Back of House Kitchen Cleanliness - Adhere to all cleaning of food preparation areas, following food service procedures and standards to ensure smooth running of the back of house and dining room areas of The Collaroy Centre.
• Cookery Duties - occasional chopping of vegetables and is not really a main part of the role.
• Team Support – Participates in team activities, attends staff meetings when scheduled and demonstrates a supportive approach to other staff members, contributing to overall team effectiveness.

About You

• Previous kitchen hand experience is desired
• Undertaken food hygiene training
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under conflicting time pressures

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration