Scullery - Kitchen Hand

Qantas Lounges and Sofitel Hotels & Resorts, the Luxury International brand for Accor Hotels, offers Lounge guests a new attitude for cosmopolitan business and leisure travelers visiting the Qantas International Lounges. The team consists of over 200 employees working in the Business and First Lounges. Our busy Lounge operation caters for Qantas's most valuable passengers every week. 

What do 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.

We are looking for a Full time and Part time - Kitchen Hand to join our fast pace working environment to provide high quality customer service to our guests.

We are seeking  Kitchen Hands to join our team within the Qantas Lounges by Accor at the Sydney International Airport. Reporting to the Executive Chef, you will be responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Kitchen department. 

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.
• Prepare mise-en-place as required
• 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.
• Rotational roster 

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen environment.
• 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

• 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.

Employee Benefits for your hard work! 

• Excellent working conditions & fantastic career opportunities 
• Work with two iconic businesses and experience the buzz of the working in the Aviation industry
• Great learning and development programs available 
• Hotel discounts worldwide and exclusive travel benefits 
• Fully laundered uniforms 
• Access to staff duty-free store 
• Weekend loading/Penalties   
• Staff Meals

You will be engaged to work under the Hospitality Industry (General) Award [MA000009]

Note: Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Federal Police check at their own cost (Will be reimbursed once approved) in order to gain ASIC certification.

If you would like to be a part of our team, please apply now.