Patisserie Attendant

Our Wests New Lambton site is currently seeking a casual Patisserie Attendant to join our Emporium 88 catering team. Emporium 88 is a food and beverage outlet located on the ground floor serving great food to our members, fast Menu includes pizzas, toasties, nachos, and more to tame those late-night cravings. This opportunity is responsible and key to our front of house and back of house operations in our Emporium outlet. You will provide outstanding customer service whilst having previous experience preparing and cooking food. Duties will include:

• Provide friendly and efficient service to members and guests
• Operate and balance tills
• Prepare, cook, and serve food
• Assist in back of house operations
• Ensure hygiene and safe food handling practices are followed
• Make barista coffee and hot beverages

Please be aware that this outlet requires a mix of day shifts and overnight shifts each week.

As part of The Wests Group recruitment and assessment process, all candidates progressing to the next stage will be required to complete relevant due diligence and probity checks specific to the role. This includes, but is not limited to, a Criminal History Check, reference checks, and right to work verification via our company portal. All associated checks and costs will be facilitated by The Wests Group.

You are someone who can work under pressure while ensuring that our high standards are met. Previous experience in cafe cooking or a barista role is highly desirable. Along with good work ethics, you will have the ability to work in a team environment and possess excellent interpersonal skills. Your customer service skills and problem-solving ability will help you thrive in this position.

The Wests Group Australia is a major employer in the Newcastle, Port Stephens, and Lake Macquarie regions. Employing close to 1000 people, Wests operates a multi-site portfolio of entertainment and hospitality venues, including registered clubs, hotels, conference and fitness facilities, as well as the Newcastle Knights. We are a proud local success story.

Being an employee of The Wests Group offers the following perks and benefits:

• Flexible work options and paid Parental Leave
• Wellbeing Leave
• Above-award wages, paid overtime, and penalty rates for weekends and public holidays
• Paid traineeships and leadership development courses
• 40% discount off meals for club employees
• Opportunity to complete a nationally recognized Cert 3 in Hospitality with our training partner Allara Learning (eligibility requirements apply)
• $25 per month for an all-access Balance Collective membership (access to all three clubs, Mayfield aquatics, group fitness, yoga, pilates, and unlimited creche). This offer extends to your partner as well
• Discounted accommodation rates at The Executive, The Gateway, and The Anchorage Hotel & Spa
• Discounted nib Health Insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programs
• Free annual flu vaccinations

We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to create an inclusive work environment that values gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation, and education. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.