About the Role We are looking for a detail-oriented Food Preparation and Catering Assistant to join our airline catering team at Brisbane Airport. In this role, your knife skills will be essential for preparing fresh ingredients and portioning food accurately. You will also ensure high hygiene and safety standards in a fast-paced environment. About Our Client You’ll work for a well-respected catering company in the aviation industry that provides high-quality meals for airlines. This client values efficiency and teamwork, ensuring that every meal meets the standards required for airline service. Joining this team offers a great chance to learn and grow your skills in a supportive environment. Your Responsibilities As a Food Preparation and Catering Assistant, your main tasks will include: Chopping, slicing, dicing, and portioning ingredients using your knife skills according to airline specifications. Ensuring food items meet presentation and portioning standards. Following food safety rules and maintaining a clean workspace. Working closely with chefs and other kitchen staff to meet daily production targets. Assisting with stock management and minimising waste. The Must-Haves To be successful in this role, you will need: Previous experience in a kitchen or food preparation role is preferred. Strong knife skills and the ability to cut and portion ingredients efficiently. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP certification is a plus). Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen. Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills. Physical ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks. Flexibility to work shifts, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Who Are We? At Blue Collar Recruitment, we help you find the right job in aviation, hospitality, catering, and logistics. We understand you want varied work, the chance to meet new people, and meaningful roles. Work with us for great job choices and support that fits your skills!