Morning Kitchen Assistant — Full-Time, 4-5 Day Week

Ipswich Roasters Pty Ltd; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipswich Roasters Pty Ltd in Ipswich, QLD is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant for a full-time role at The Old Butcher Shop Cafe or The Elderflower Cafe. You will support chefs, handle food prep, and help maintain kitchen standards in a busy hospitality setting.

Starting early, the role requires weekend work and a 4–5 day week option. You will join a collaborative team focused on quality, safety, and efficient service for our customers.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience in hospitality or food service is required.
• Desirable Food Safety Supervisor certification.
• Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Good physical fitness for long periods of standing.
• Strong teamwork and communication with kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients for cooking, including washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning vegetables, meats, and other food items.
• Assisting chefs with the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with recipes and food preparation standards.
• Operating kitchen equipment safely and effectively, including ovens, fryers, grills, and other cooking appliances.
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the kitchen, including sanitising work surfaces, utensils, and equipment.
• Managing stock levels and assisting with food storage to ensure ingredients remain fresh and organised.
• Plating and presenting dishes according to established standards before they are served to customers.
• Responding to kitchen demands during service and assisting with order fulfilment in a timely manner.
• Following food safety and health and safety protocols at all times.
• Supporting the wider kitchen team to achieve daily operational targets and customer satisfaction goals.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Stamina

Attention to detail

Education

Food Safety Cert

Job description

Ipswich Roasters Pty Ltd in Ipswich, QLD is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant for a full-time role at The Old Butcher Shop Cafe or The Elderflower Cafe. You will support chefs, handle food prep, and help maintain kitchen standards in a busy hospitality setting.

Starting early, the role requires weekend work and a 4–5 day week option. You will join a collaborative team focused on quality, safety, and efficient service for our customers.