Kitchen Hand | Bells Functions

Chef & Kitchen; Perth; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing training and development

Career progression

Team-focused work environment

Job summary

Bells Functions is seeking a Kitchen Hand to support our kitchen team and help deliver exceptional guest dining experiences at our premium waterfront venue.

You will assist with basic food prep, maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen, wash dishes and equipment, receive deliveries and ensure food safety and WHS standards are followed. This role requires physical stamina and the ability to work quickly.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen hand experience in a busy environment.
• Able to work quickly and efficiently under pressure.
• Physically fit and capable of lifting heavy items safely.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation across multiple tasks.
• Reliable, punctual and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chefs with day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Assist with basic food preparation and ingredient handling.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Wash dishes, cookware, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Receive, store and manage stock deliveries.
• Dispose of waste and help keep the kitchen and surrounding areas presentable.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Assist with other duties as required.

Skills

Kitchen hand experience

Fast-paced worker

Multitasking

Reliable and punctual

Tools

Dishwashing

Job description

Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.

About Us

Bells Functions is a premium waterfront venue located in the heart of Elizabeth Quay. With sweeping river views, exceptional food and beverage experiences, and a passionate team, we bring people together to celebrate, connect, and create lasting memories.

About Journey Beyond

Journey Beyond is Australia's leading experiential tourism group, operating 35 brands across Australia and New Zealand that connect guests to the land and to each other.

The group was formed in 2016 and now includes:
Rail & Touring: Iconic trains: The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland and Vintage Rail Journeys, the Murray Princess, Adelaide Sightseeing, premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit and New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours.
Resorts & Lodges: Ayers Rock Resort, Kakadu Crocodile Hotel, Kingfisher Bay Resort and K'gari Beach Resort, Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef and Monarto Safari Resort.
Experiences & Attractions: Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises, Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney, Melbourne Skydeck, Eureka 89, Alice Springs Telegraph Station, Exmouth Dive and Whalesharks Ningaloo, Mosman Gorge Cultural Centre, Captain Cook Cruises Sydney & Perth, Starship Sydney, The Jackson, Bells Functions, Swan Valley Tours, Red Cat Adventures, Whitsunday Jetski Tours, K'gari Explorer Tours, and Island Connections: Bruny Island, the Whitsundays, K’gari, Darwin -Mandorah, Tiwi Islands and Groote Eylandt.

About The Role

As a Kitchen Hand, you’ll play an important role in supporting our kitchen team to deliver high-quality food and a great guest experience. You’ll assist with food preparation, maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen, wash dishes and equipment, receive deliveries, and ensure all food safety and workplace health and safety standards are followed.

Key responsibilities will include

• Support the Chefs with day-to-day kitchen operations
• Assist with basic food preparation and ingredient handling
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen environment
• Wash dishes, cookware, utensils and kitchen equipment
• Receive, store and manage stock deliveries
• Dispose of waste and help keep the kitchen and surrounding areas presentable
• Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements
• Assist with other duties as required

About You

This role requires someone who can think on their feet, work at a fast pace and handle multiple tasks at once without compromising cleanliness or safety.

Only apply if you are hardworking, fast, reliable and able to handle the physical demands of the role.

• Have previous kitchen hand experience in a busy environment.
• Work quickly and efficiently under pressure.
• Be physically fit and capable of lifting and carrying heavy items safely.
• Be able to manage and clean multiple functions simultaneously.
• Keep the kitchen, dishes, equipment and work areas clean and organised.
• Be able to multitask and prioritise jobs in a fast-paced environment.
• Be reliable, punctual and work well as part of a team.

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Career progression within a growing organisation
• Supportive and team-focused work environment