Prep & Plating Specialist - Kitchen Team

Rigatoni Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rigatoni Pty Ltd in Melbourne, Australia, is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Staff member for its hospitality team. You will assist cooks and chefs with meal prep, organize plates for waitstaff, and ensure all food safety procedures are followed.

You will monitor stock levels, help unload deliveries, and maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen. The role requires stamina, strong time management, and excellent communication to coordinate with the team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in kitchen roles in hospitality.
• Must understand food safety procedures and hygiene standards.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Organize the kitchen station with required equipment.
• Select vegetables from vendors as needed.
• Clean and season meats.
• Ensure ingredients are fresh.
• Prepare ingredients as requested by the Head Chef (washing, chopping, etc.).
• Plate and garnish dishes.
• Ensure dishes look presentable.
• Store food properly in cold storage.
• Check inventory and restock items as needed.
• Keep kitchen clean and sanitized.
• Assist kitchen team members.
• Report kitchen mishaps to Kitchen Manager.
• Empty trash bins as required.
• Help unload deliveries.
• Maintain health-code compliance.
• Adhere to hygiene/sanitation standards.

Skills

Food safety procedures

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Stamina/Physical endurance

Weekend availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Rigatoni Pty Ltd in Melbourne, Australia, is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Staff member for its hospitality team. You will assist cooks and chefs with meal prep, organize plates for waitstaff, and ensure all food safety procedures are followed.

You will monitor stock levels, help unload deliveries, and maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen. The role requires stamina, strong time management, and excellent communication to coordinate with the team.