Backer

Backer (Cook's Assistant)

Are you ready to jump into the kitchen and support the team in a fast-paced, hands-on role?

At The Pancake Parlour, we're looking for a dedicated Backer to assist our cooks and help keep the kitchen running smoothly. Whether you're prepping ingredients, plating up dishes, or ensuring everything's ready for the next order, you'll be an essential part of the team

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting the Cook: Help plate menu items exactly to recipe, ensuring everything looks perfect and tastes great.
• Food Prep Pro: Assist with prepping bulk food items - chopping, dicing, stirring, and cooking—keeping things organized and efficient.
• Kitchen Support: Make sure there are always clean crockery, cutlery, pots, and pans available, so the kitchen runs without a hitch.
• Team Player: Work alongside the cooks and kitchen team to maintain a fast, smooth workflow throughout each shift.

What We're Looking For:

• Multitasker Extraordinaire: You can juggle several tasks at once and stay organized in a busy kitchen environment.
• Hands-On Attitude: You're not afraid to roll up your sleeves and dive into any task—whether it's food prep or keeping things tidy.
• Great Communicator: You've got excellent listening and verbal communication skills, making it easy to work with your team.
• Team Spirit: You enjoy collaborating and supporting your teammates to get the job done efficiently.

What's In It For You:

• Training & Growth: No experience? No problem We provide on-the-job training and opportunities to develop your skills across different kitchen roles.
• Free Meals: Enjoy complimentary meals from our delicious menu during your shifts.
• A Fun, Supportive Team: Be part of a positive, upbeat kitchen crew where teamwork and good vibes make every shift enjoyable.
• Flexible Hours: With shifts rostered in advance, we offer flexibility to fit your schedule.

If you're ready to jump into a fast-paced, exciting kitchen environment and play an important role in our team, we'd love to have you join us at The Pancake Parlour. Apply now and help us create delicious moments for our customers

Physical Requirements - Backer

In this role, you can expect the following physical requirements from you on the job:

Standing or walking

90-100%

Continuous

Talking or listening

90-100%

Continuous

Pushing or pulling

0-10%

Rarely

Sitting

0-10%

Rarely

Lifting or carrying >10kg, reaching

90-100%

Continuous

Climbing (ladders), stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling

0-10%

Rarely

Gripping, pinching

50-70%

Often

You will be exposed to the following environmental conditions:

Inside

90-100%

Continuous

Outside

0-10%

Rarely

Cold and/or wet conditions

10-40%

Intermittently

Hot and/or humid conditions

50-70%

Often

Handling of chemicals and/or solvents

10-40%

Intermittently

Working at heights

0-10%

Rarely

Noise levels above 85db

0-10%

Rarely