Kitchenhand

The Role
Ventia in collaboration with the Australian Defence Force is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Kitchen Hand who is passionate about delivering exceptional food and outstanding customer service. Join our vibrant team and support daily kitchen operations and high-quality food preparation including meal service and event catering.

This casual position is based at the RAAF Base Edinburgh South Australia. The kitchen operates daily from approximately 6:00am to 9:30pm with VIP events extending until around 11:00pm. Successful candidates will also have the chance to work at other Defence locations for camps including Hampstead Barracks Murray Bridge and Cultana.

Benefits

• Base rate of $26.11per hr 25% casual loading $32.64per hr
• Penalty rates for shifts after 6 pm weekends and public holidays.
• Additional allowances for laundry tools and first aiders (if/when certified).
• Uniform/PPE supplied.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Assist with basic food preparation including items such as sandwiches bircher muesli yogurt and grab-and-go options.
• Deliver exceptional customer service with a positive and professional demeanour.
• Support the implementation and management of Ventias Food Safety Program.
• Help with stock management tasks including rotation checking labels and use-by dates loading and unloading supplies restocking consumables and assisting with stock take.
• Clean sanitise and maintain cooking utensils equipment and food preparation areas.
• Aid chefs and dining room attendants as required especially during peak times.
• Perform opening and closing procedures.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrated experience delivering food and beverage services in hotels restaurants or high-volume dining establishments. (Required)
• Enthusiasm and commitment to high standards of customer service and food preparation.
• Sound knowledge of Food Safety Standards relevant legislation and statutory obligations.
• Current Australian drivers licence. (Required)

Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance up to the level of Baseline. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen.

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart safely and sustainably harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people LGBTQIA Women Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply
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Position Reference Number: 164424