Cook/Kitchen Hand

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and assist with daily food preparation.

• Cook and assemble meals according to recipes and required standards.

• Assist the chef/cook with meal preparation and kitchen operations.

• Wash dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and food preparation areas.

• Clean and sanitise benches, floors, equipment, and storage areas.

• Store food correctly and monitor stock levels.

• Assist with receiving and putting away deliveries.

• Follow food safety, workplace health and safety, and hygiene procedures.

• Minimise food waste and maintain good kitchen organisation.

• Support other kitchen team members during busy service periods.

• Perform other general kitchen duties as required.

Skills & Experience

• Previous kitchen, cooking, hospitality, or food service experience is desirable.

• Basic cooking and food preparation skills.

• Good understanding of food hygiene and safe food handling.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• Reliable, punctual, and well organised.

• Ability to follow instructions and recipes accurately.

• Physically capable of standing for extended periods and performing general kitchen duties.

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Food Safety Certificate or relevant food-handling training is desirable.

• Relevant hospitality or commercial cookery qualifications are advantageous but not essential.

What We Offer

• Friendly and supportive working environment.

• Training and opportunities to develop kitchen skills.

• Flexible shifts, including weekday and weekend opportunities.

• Opportunity to become a valued member of a professional kitchen team.