Food Production Assistant

4 days ago

Hornsby, Australia Spice Zen Full time

**Production & Packing Assistant**

**28- 35 hrs/week**

**(Weekdays + Saturday Market)**

**About the Role**

This role is based at our **Hornsby warehouse on weekdays** and includes **Saturdays at Carriageworks Farmers Market (7:00 am start)**, where you’ll help with stall setup, sales, and preparing fresh **chai & matcha**.

**Minimum commitment is 28 hours per week across weekdays and Saturday. This role is not suitable for those seeking weekend-only work or requiring work visa.**

**What you’ll do**
- Assist with food production (weighing, blending, roasting, grinding, packing) and sometimes fresh dishes using our spices for sampling at events.
- Operate small-scale production equipments safely and efficiently.
- Pack, seal, and label finished products.
- Support stall setup, sales, and chai/matcha prep at Carriageworks.
- General warehouse duties including stock movement and cleaning.
- Follow production schedule, safe manual handling, food safety, health and hygiene procedures.
- Clean, wash and sanitise production area

**What we’re looking for**
- Reliable, punctual, and hardworking.
- Ability to lift 15-20kg and stand for extended periods.
- Attention to details and Willingness to learn and follow procedures carefully.
- Available **weekdays and Saturdays (28- 35 hrs total)**.
- Interest in food, markets, or organics.
- Your current ABN
- Basic food handling certificate or willingness to obtain prior to start.

**Desirable**: Prior experience in food production/packing/warehouse/hospitality.

**Pay & Conditions**
- **Contract (first 2 months)**: $24--$28/hr based on skills
- **Permanent**:in line with the **Food, Beverage & Tobacco Manufacturing Award (MA000073)**.

**What we offer**
- Contract → permanent role (weekdays + Saturday).
- Training provided.
- Friendly, supportive team.
- Staff discounts on premium organic spices, teas & oils.

**Location**: Warehouse - Hornsby | Saturday Farmers Market - Eveleigh

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $24.95 - $35.97 per hour

Expected hours: 28 - 35 per week

Application Question(s):

- Ability to lift 15-20 kilos and stand for extended hours
- Comfortable working with strong aromas of spices and herbs

**Education**:

- High School (Year 12) (required)

**Experience**:

- Food production : 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Current ABN (required)
- Certificate in basic food handling or hygiene (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

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