Kitchen Attendant

Located in the picturesque Dandenong Ranges, _Puffing Billy Railway, _a Victorian State entity is Australia's premier preserved steam railway. Operating on the original mountain track from Belgrave to Gembrook, this century-old train offers a range of fun-filled experiences for visitors of all ages.

An iconic tourist attraction, _Puffing Billy Railway_ attracts large numbers of tourists each year, thanks to the tireless efforts of more than 300 volunteers and a team of dedicated staff.

**About the Opportunities**
- Puffing Billy Railway_ requires **a Casual Kitchen Attendant to become part of the kitchen team** at the Lakeside Visitors Centre (LVC) at Emerald Lake Park, Emerald. The LVC enhances the _Puffing Billy Railway_ experience by featuring a café, function spaces, retail, food and beverage options and interpretative spaces for school groups and families.

Key responsibilities for these roles are (but not limited to):

- Assisting with the preparation and cooking of meals
- Ensuring the food prep area and kitchen are kept clean and sanitised
- Ensuring all dishes and kitchen equipment are cleaned to the required standards

Working on a **casual basis**, we require availability to **work weekend day shifts and some evenings** as necessary. The ability to work during **school holiday periods** is essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for **friendly, customer service orientated** person to **join the team** at the Dandenong Ranges ‘must visit’ destination.

You will also have access to great benefits that only _Puffing Billy Railway_ can provide These benefits include **complimentary tickets**, **discounted fares, discounts on retail items and food and beverages in our shops.**

**About You**
- Have previous hospitality, food handling training and experience
- Demonstrate great customer service skills
- Some commercial cooking experience preferred
- Have strong communication, organisational and personal skills
- Be fast learners, reliable and able to work well in a team environment

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity with an iconic organisation
- Puffing Billy Railway is a child-safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process. Employees are required to sign our Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct, in addition to undergoing a Rail Safety Medical, participate in a National Criminal History Check and hold an employee status Working with Children Check. S_
- Puffing Billy Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer. People from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities who have the relevant experience are encouraged to apply._
- All applicants must have the right to work in Australia._

**Our Values** - Safety, Respect, One Team, Excellence, Integrity, Legacy, Fun

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $32.00 - $42.15 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 30 per week

Work Location: In person