Machine Operator | Afternoon Shift

Rcpa Holdings; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Genuine development opportunities

$1 meals on-site

30% off online orders

Free parking nearby

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

On-site physio services

Great kitchen culture

Roster: Sun–Thu afternoons, weekends 5

Job summary

My Muscle Chef (MYMC) is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie for an afternoon shift (Sunday to Thursday 2:15pm–10:21pm) at our Yennora NSW facility. You will prepare high-quality meals, lead your section, and support the Head Chef to meet production targets while upholding Food Safety and GMP standards.

Join a fast-paced kitchen culture with opportunities for coaching junior staff, career development, and employee benefits. The role is on-site in NSW with regular weekends off as described.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Chef de Partie or similar hands-on kitchen role.
• Passion for producing high-quality food consistently.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills to train junior kitchen staff.
• Ability to manage your section and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals at scale with consistency, presentation and flavour.
• Take ownership of your section and keep service running smoothly within the shift.
• Support Head Chef and Sous Chef with daily kitchen operations and production requirements.
• Lead, support and train Commis Chefs, Cooks and Apprentices on shift.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen organisation.
• Monitor portion control, quality and waste to deliver efficient production.
• Complete required food safety, production and shift documentation accurately.
• Identify and communicate any quality, equipment or production issues as they arise.
• Provide a clear end-of-shift handover to the Head Chef and wider kitchen team.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Team training

Independent work

Job description

About the company

My Muscle Chef (MYMC) is Australia’s premium fresh ready-made meal and functional food and beverage company. Based in Sydney NSW, we are growing quickly to extend our position as the online direct to consumer and retail industry leader in an industry that is experiencing explosive growth.

Since 2013, we have experienced continuous growth & hold enormous ambition to remain an industry leader. We are seeking high energy individuals to join our entrepreneurial team and culture to help us unlock our next phase of hyper growth.

MYMC Values:

• Find a Better Way.
• Walk in our Customers’ Shoes. Everyday.
• Challenge Ideas and Champion Solutions.
• Integrity is Stronger than Muscle.
• Enjoy the Journey!

About the role:

Afternoon Shift – Sunday to Thursday from 2:15pm – 10:21pm at our Yennora (NSW) facility.

You will be responsible for preparation of our high-quality nutritious food as per recipes prepared by our Executive Chef, Culinary Director and R&D Team. Your role contributes to the timely fulfillment of our production targets, while strictly adhering to Food Safety, GMP and Health and safety policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals at scale, ensuring consistency, presentation and flavour
• Take ownership of your section and keep service running efficiently throughout the shift
• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef with daily kitchen operations and production requirements
• Lead, support and train Commis Chefs, Cooks and Apprentice Chefs on shift
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen organisation
• Monitor portion control, product quality and waste to help deliver efficient production
• Complete required food safety, production and shift documentation accurately
• Identify and communicate any quality, equipment or production issues as they arise
• Provide a clear end-of-shift handover to the Head Chef and wider kitchen team

What You’ll Bring:

• 3–5 years’ experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar hands-on commercial kitchen role
• A genuine passion for producing great food consistently and at a high standard
• Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the confidence to train, guide and motivate Cooks, Commis Chefs and Apprentice Chefs to perform at their best.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills with the ability to manage your section
• Confidence working independently and taking ownership of your responsibilities
• A collaborative attitude and ability to work effectively within a fast-paced kitchen team
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt when priorities change
• A positive approach to coaching and supporting junior members of the kitchen team

What we offer you:

• Grow your culinary career: Build your skills with genuine development and progression opportunities across the MYMC Kitchen team.
• Eat well for less: Enjoy $1 MYMC meals on-site every day you work.
• Generous product discounts: Receive 30% off MYMC and Chefgood online orders.
• Easy commute: Free parking surrounding our Yennora site, with public transport options nearby.
• Support when you need it: Access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and on-site physio services.
• Be part of a great kitchen culture: Join a supportive, fast-paced team where people work together and take pride in what they produce.
• Consistent roster & weekends off: Work Sunday to Thursday afternoons, giving you Friday and Saturday off every week.