Kitchenhand

Full job description
Kitchenhand.

It goes without saying that the Kitchenhand is an integral part of the team at any restaurant!

At The Pancake Parlour, the Kitchenhand is the backbone of our kitchen operations, ensuring everything runs like a well-oiled machine. The unsung heroes of production, they anticipate the needs of our cooks to make sure our kitchens are stocked up, ingredients are topped up, and spills are mopped up!

This vital role supports our talented chefs and kitchen team, ensuring food and service are delivered on time and to the exceptional standards we're known for, all while keeping things running smoothly and on schedule!

Your Role:

Dishwashing & Equipment: You'll be the backbone of the kitchen, keeping the rhythm flowing by operating the dishwasher and ensuring there's always a steady supply of sparkling clean crockery, cutlery, and prep equipment.
Food Prep Extraordinaire: From mixing the perfect pancake batter to chopping fresh ingredients, stirring, and frying, you'll dive into food prep with energy. Plus, you'll assist with plating, preparing crisp salads, and adding those finishing touches to pancakes that make every dish pop.
Maintaining Cleanliness: A clean kitchen is the heart of a smooth operation. You’ll be in charge of sweeping, mopping, and regularly emptying bins, ensuring a hygienic, safe, and sparkling environment for everyone to thrive.
Supporting the Kitchen Crew: You’ll be the ultimate team player, lending a hand to the chefs and cooks, following instructions, and ensuring everything stays on track and runs smoothly in the kitchen.
What We Offer:

Training & Growth: No experience? No worries! We provide hands-on training to get you started and offer opportunities to expand your skills in roles like backing (helping the cook), cooking, and even drinks.
Competitive Pay: Enjoy fantastic hourly rates, plus extra perks for weekend shifts.
A Fun, Supportive Team: Join a vibrant, energetic team where collaboration and camaraderie are key. We all pitch in to keep the kitchen running like a well-oiled machine.
Free Meals: Treat yourself to our delicious staff menu with complimentary meals during your shifts – because who doesn't love a great meal on the house?
There are opportunities to train for roles in Backing, Cooking, and Drinks. With 13 locations across Melbourne, you'll find a spot that suits you!

Please note, this role requires a mix of day, night, and weekend shifts during peak times. Award and penalty rates apply. So, if you’re ready to bring your energy and enthusiasm to the kitchen, we’d love to have you join the team at The Pancake Parlour. Apply now and get cooking with us!


Physical Requirements - Backer/Kitchenhand


In this role, you can expect the following physical requirements from you on the job:


Standing or walking


+0-100%


Continuous


Talking or listening


+0-100%


Continuous


Pushing or pulling


+0-100%


Continuous


Sitting


0-10%


Rarely


Lifting or carrying >10kg, reaching


+0-100%


Continuous


Climbing (ladders), stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling


10-40%


Intermittently


Gripping, pinching


50-70%


Often


You will be exposed to the following environmental conditions:


Inside


+0-100%


Continuous


Outside


10-40%


Intermittently


Cold and/or wet conditions


10-40%


Intermittently


Hot and/or humid conditions


10-40%


Intermittently


Handling of chemicals and/or solvents


50-70%


Often


Working at heights


0-10%


Rarely


Noise levels above 85db


0-10%


Rarely