Kitchen Hands/Catering Assistants

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Foodfolk Australia Full time $40,000 - $60,000 per year

Foodfolk Australia is a growing provider of catering services to the Melbourne Airport precinct. We're all about generous servings of fresh, natural produce, prepared by folks who love to cook — not by machines. We believe that food is more than fuel; it's packed with emotion, culture, discovery and desire. If you're ready for a new challenge and want to work with a team of passionate foodies, then we want to hear from you

About the Role

This diverse role blends kitchen hand and catering assistant duties. You'll be part of our commercial kitchen team, supporting large-volume food preparation. You'll be responsible for meal assembly and production, following precise food and order specifications to prepare meals ready for airline delivery.

Candidates with airline catering or large-volume catering experience will be highly regarded.

Hours & Roster


• Minimum 20 hours per week, with the opportunity to increase up to full-time (38 hours)


• Typical hours: 9.00 am – 1.00 pm 5 days per week with Tuesday and Sundays off. Penalty rates apply on Saturdays and public holidays


• Peak travel periods such as school holidays, December & June often have an earlier start times from 8.00 am and finish times up to 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm


• Additional hours during staff annual leave and peak airline schedules

Requirements


• Ability to work on your feet for extended periods and safely lift/move items of varying weight


• Willingness to undergo and successfully pass a fully paid Pre-Employment Medical (PEM) as part of recruitment


• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail in following food preparation standards

Transport & Parking: Free onsite parking at both sites. West Footscray is within walking distance to a train station (Tottenham station)

Why Work for Foodfolk Australia?

At Foodfolk, we are committed to creating a supportive work environment that encourages camaraderie and teamwork, allowing you to build positive relationships across all levels and reach your full potential.

We are a growing business in Melbourne with career advancement opportunities for the right people.

CORE values we live by:

Camaraderie – We're all in this together Join a close-knit and inclusive team.

Optimism – We bring positivity to every challenge and always aim to do one better.

Responsive – In a fast-moving industry, we deliver with flexibility and pace.

Ethical – We're committed to safety, quality, community, and the environment.

So, come join the Foodfolk Family and hit Apply Today We strongly encourage those from First Nations, Torres Strait islands and all cultures and identities to apply and join our family.

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