Kitchen Hand/Cook

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At Accor our goal is that every person feels welcome and feels valued. We ensure that everyone can come as they are, and feel like they belong. As one big team, we know that only together can we do amazing things! The world is more welcoming when we’re connected heart to heart. How do we do it? We care, we dare, we place people at the heart of everything we do. 

Accor operates a selection of Qantas Lounges globally, bring our service passion and values to the aviation industry. Every day we connect with thousands of travelers as they adventure around Australia and the world. Qantas Lounges by Accor provides a relaxing start to a holiday, an efficient workspace between flights, and a welcoming pause on the way to anywhere. With a range of offerings from upscale to luxury, our Lounges receive rave reviews from both our customers and our team.

Job Description

We are a permanent part-time Kitchen Hand to join our team within the Qantas Lounges by Accor at the Brisbane Domestic and International Airport terminals. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Kitchen department. 

This role would ideally suit someone passionate about developing a long term career in cookery.

Duties: 

• Wash and sanitise dishes, utensils, glassware, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment, using industrial dishwashing machines or hand-washing when necessary.
• Clean and maintain dishwashing machines and report any malfunctions or issues to management.
• Operate dish washing machine as per instruction manual
• Properly dispose of waste, garbage, and recycling materials.
• Action cleaning duties within the kitchen, food preparation areas and scullery
• Ensure all kitchens are kept clean and tidy according to current Health & Hygiene regulations.
• Ensure correct handling of chemicals and equipment as per manufacturers instructions.
• Promote a safe workplace by recognising hazards and promoting general WHS practices
• Occasionally help kitchen staff with basic food prep tasks (e.g., chopping vegetables, filling water containers) if required.
• PM Roster 1pm-9pm , 4-5 day ongoing weekly roster is available

Skills:

• Time management skills to prioritise tasks during busy periods.
• Attention to detail to ensure cleanliness standards are met.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with kitchen staff.
• Flexibility to adapt to various duties in the kitchen.
• The successful applicant will need to have existing full working rights within Australia

• Ideally passionate to develop a long term career in hospitality and cookery
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment is ideal
• Preferred experience within the hospitality or hotel industry
• Understanding of food safety requirements.
• Ability to work under pressure
• MUST have flexibility to work various rostered shifts, including early mornings and weekends
• MUST have working rights within Australia

Employee Benefits for your hard work! 

• Work with two iconic businesses and experience the buzz of the airport and the Lounges.
• Excellent working conditions & fantastic career opportunities 
• Accor accommodation and F&B discounts worldwide
• Uniforms included and complimentary dry cleaning 
• Free staff car parking onsite
• Delicious staff meal provided during each shift
• Permanent part-time position
• Qantas & Jetstar Discounts– Domestic & International Travel (T&C Apply)