Kitchen Attendant

Avani; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Hotel discounts (Australasia)

Friends & family discounts

Wellness and health benefits

Job summary

AVANI Queenstown Hotel is seeking a part-time Kitchen Attendant to support our kitchen operations in Queenstown, Otago. The role focuses on cleanliness, safe handling of equipment, and assisting cooks with ingredient preparation to deliver high-quality meals to guests.

The ideal candidate has 12+ months in a kitchen or hospitality role, a friendly and proactive attitude, excellent communication, and a customer-service mindset. Applicants currently studying Commercial Cookery are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience in a similar kitchen or hospitality position.
• Currently studying Commercial Cookery or a relevant course is desirable.
• Friendly, positive attitude with professional presentation.
• Experience providing quality customer service.
• Reliable, proactive and able to work with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the cleanliness and sanitisation of all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Operate, maintain and clean kitchen equipment according to safety standards.
• Assist Cooks with the assembly and preparation of ingredients for cooking.
• Provide general support to the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Ensure strict compliance with Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and all regulatory requirements.
• Support stock control, ingredient storage and organisation of kitchen supplies.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Hospitality experience

Proactivity

Education

Commercial Cookery course

Job description

AVANI Queenstown Hotel are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Kitchen Attendant to support our kitchen operations on a part-time basis.

This role is essential in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of all kitchen areas. The successful candidate will maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards, assist with food preparation, and support the cooks in delivering high-quality meals to guests.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Ensure the cleanliness and sanitisation of all kitchen areas and equipment.
• Operate, maintain and clean kitchen equipment according to safety standards.
• Assist Cooks with the assembly and preparation of ingredients for cooking.
• Provide general support to the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Ensure strict compliance with Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and all regulatory requirements.
• Support stock control, ingredient storage and organisation of kitchen supplies.

Shift Details (subject to change):

• Rotating roster across Monday through to Sunday
• Shifts are including evenings, weekends and public holidays

Qualifications

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Minimum 12 months experience in a similar kitchen or hospitality position.
• Currently studying Commercial Cookery or a relevant course is desirable.
• Friendly, positive attitude with professional presentation.
• Experience providing quality customer service.
• Reliable, proactive and able to work with a sense of urgency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Currently, we are only accepting applications from candidates who have working rights within New Zealand.

Kitchen Attendant • Queenstown, Otago Region, New Zealand