Kitchenhand

Kitchenhand

$33.86 Casual rate + penalties + 12% Superannuation

• Travel allowance 
• Career Growth opportunities
• Great team culture

Compass Group Australia's dedicated Airline Lounge business delivers specialist services to meet the needs of travellers across lounge industries. We pride ourselves on fresh and delicious offerings while balancing lower carbon intensive menu options; The delivery of our services allows us to partner with clients and reducing the impact of the lounge operations on the planet.

The Position

• Support food preparation by assisting chefs with basic prep, portioning and plating
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness through thorough washing up, equipment cleaning and end‑of‑shift reset
• Uphold hygiene standards by following strict food safety and airport compliance procedures
• Manage stock rotation and restocking independently to ensure freshness and accuracy
• Handle waste disposal responsibly, including sorting, compacting and maintaining a tidy workspace
• Assist with deliveries by checking, unpacking and organising incoming stock
• Prepare service areas by replenishing buffet items and ensuring presentation standards are met
• Support lounge operations by responding quickly to chef requests during peak flight times
• Follow safety protocols to maintain a secure, compliant airport kitchen environment

The Person

• Positive, proactive attitude with a genuine “can‑do” approach to daily tasks
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high operational standards
• Reliable and punctual, consistently meeting rostered times in a fast‑paced airport environment
• Strong safety mindset with adherence to food safety and airport compliance requirements
• Professional presentation and well‑groomed appearance suitable for a premium lounge setting
• Calm under pressure, able to work efficiently during peak flight periods
• Team‑focused communicator who collaborates well with chefs, FOH staff and lounge leadership
• Self‑motivated worker capable of managing tasks independently when required

The Benefits

• Join an organisation committed to environmental and social responsibility
• Travel allowance provided
• Access to extensive training and development opportunities
• Immediate access to exclusive retail discounts available to Compass Group employees

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