Short Order Cook and Cafe All Rounder

About the position

This position is to support the Hospitality Manager in the running of Council's hospitality and events functions based at the Art Gallery Café. The position will assist in preparation of drinks and food, catering, customer service and complete general tasks required in the day-to-day operation of the Café, and assist in training Certificate I & II Hospitality Students.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of short order cafe style menu items, coffee, takeaway food and beverage orders as required, and ensure all food and drinks are presented to a high standard and delivered promptly to customers.
• Provide friendly, efficient service and professional customer service at all times, engaging positively with customers to create a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere.
• Provide practical instruction and guidance to students in areas such as food preparation, service techniques, hygiene practices, and workplace safety in a supportive learning environment that encourages student development.
• Keep food preparation areas and kitchen equipment and appliances clean, maintaining a high level of food safety standards and hygiene in accordance with council and industry hygiene standards.
• Apply sound work health and safety, food safety, and public health practices in line with WHS and relevant regulatory bodies and ensure they are consistently maintained.
• Work collaboratively and effectively as part of a team and across Council's hospitality outlets to provide support and delivery hospitality services

Read the Position Description and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

About you

• Certificate of Food Safety Supervisor or willingness to obtain, and at least 1st years Barista experience.
• Certificate II or III in Food Operations and Barista qualifications (Desirable).
• Working with Children Check, or ability to obtain.
• Drivers License (Desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in working in a hospitality sector.
• Demonstrated experience and/or capability to deliver the Job Specific Key Accountabilities (outlined in the Position Description).
• Demonstrated Fundamental key capabilities as defined in the Key Capabilities Table (outlined in the Position Description).

What we offer

• Temporary full time, 35 hours per week, Term Contract for a period of 3 years
• Salary from $60,120 to $67,546 per year (depending on qualifications, skills and experience) plus 12% superannuation
• Training Courses + Professional Development
• Flexible work arrangements with access to Indoor Accrued Time (Flexi)
• 40% discount on yearly Aquatic and Fitness Centre membership for staff and families at local facility (conditions apply)
• Access to EAP program for employees and their immediate family

About Muswellbrook

Muswellbrook Shire Council is a progressive local government area, located under two hours from Newcastle and Tamworth and three hours from Sydney, in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley.

The Shire has a long history in energy generation and is one of the largest coal mining areas in Australia. As we move towards a Net Zero economy, we are at the centre of renewable energy transition and innovation.

Working at Muswellbrook Shire Council, you will be part of driving change to create a bright and prosperous future for our community, in a location which has plentiful opportunities and an enviable lifestyle.

It is a great place to grow your career and be part of something bigger – we have space for you.

Further information and to apply

• For more information on this position please contact the hiring manager Ken Hill, Manager Economy & Tourism on .
• If you need assistance or an adjustment when submitting your application please contact Human Resources on or via email
• To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Description. Please keep your responses concise. Any incomplete applications will not be considered past the closure date.
• Please note that as part of Muswellbrook shire Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
• Applications close on 16 October 2025 at 11:59pm.

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