Team Member

El Jannah; Geelong; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

El Jannah is seeking enthusiastic Restaurant Team Members to join our FOH or BOH teams. This hands-on, fast-paced role offers on‑the‑job training with no prior experience required. You’ll work with a supportive team to deliver great food and service across our Australian restaurants.

Responsibilities vary by role, including guest service, orders, food preparation, and maintaining kitchen and dining areas. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential for success in this iconic brand.

Qualifications

• No previous hospitality experience required; full on‑the‑job training provided.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn procedures quickly.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic are essential.

Responsibilities

• Front of House: welcome guests, take orders, pack meals and maintain cleanliness.
• Back of House: assist with kitchen prep, dishwashing and overall kitchen cleanliness.
• Charcoal Cook duties: set up, cook and monitor charcoal chicken safely and efficiently.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Job description

El Jannah is an iconic Australian brand that began in 1998 in Granville, Sydney, with a simple idea: serve honest, soulful Lebanese-Australian food that brings people together. More than two decades on, our legendary charcoal chicken, bold flavours and energetic restaurants continue to create experiences guests love across Australia.

About the Role

We’re looking for enthusiastic and reliable people to join our team as Restaurant Team Members, working in either Front of House (FOH) or Back of House (BOH). This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where you’ll work alongside a great team, keep the energy high, and help create memorable experiences for our guests. No previous experience is required, with full training provided on the job.

What You’ll Be Doing

Depending on your role, your responsibilities may include:

Front of House (FOH):

• Welcoming guests and delivering friendly, efficient service
• Taking orders and packing meals accurately
• Supporting service flow during busy periods
• Maintaining cleanliness across counters, dining areas and guest spaces
• Following WHS requirements and reporting hazards or incidents

Back of House (BOH):

• Preparing menu items such as burgers, rolls, salads and fried products
• Cooking freezer-to-fryer items in line with safety and quality standards
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation in kitchen and prep areas
• Washing and sanitising dishes, utensils and equipment
• Following WHS requirements and reporting hazards or incidents

Charcoal Cook:

• Setting up and operating the charcoal pit safely and correctly
• Cooking and basting charcoal chicken to El Jannah recipe and quality standards
• Portioning, rotating, and preparing chicken for service
• Monitoring cook times, temperatures, and product quality
• Keeping the charcoal station, tools, and surrounding areas clean and organised
• Supporting service flow during busy periods
• Following food safety, WHS requirements, and reporting hazards or incidents
• Working closely with the wider team to deliver a great guest experience
• Washing and sanitising dishes, utensils, trays, and kitchen equipment
• Operating dishwashing equipment safely and correctly
• Keeping dishwashing, kitchen, and waste areas clean and organised
• Supporting food prep and service teams by ensuring clean equipment is always available
• Assisting with basic kitchen cleaning tasks as required
• Following food safety and WHS requirements at all times
• Reporting hazards, faults, or incidents to the manager on duty
• Supporting smooth service flow during busy periods

What We’re Looking For

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Willingness to learn and follow procedures
• Attention to detail and pride in quality work
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• A team-first mindset with respectful communication
• Availability to work flexible rosters, including evenings and weekends
• Previous fast food or hospitality experience is helpful but not essential
• Be part of an iconic Australian brand with a strong culture
• Learn valuable skills through structured, on-the-job training
• Work in a supportive and inclusive team environment
• Enjoy a fun, energetic workplace where every shift matters

If you’re ready to be part of a team that cares about great food, great service and working well together, we’d love to hear from you.