**Job No**: USU3625
**Location**: Camperdown, Sydney, NSW
Work alongside professional chefs to deliver amazing food
Prestigious and convenient working location on the University of Sydney Main Campus
Gain valuable practical experience
WHO WE ARE
We are Australia’s largest and oldest Student Union. We are about students on Campus. As the primary provider of coffee & food on campus, we have a wide range of cafes and quick service venues that include our own Food Truck & Coffee Van.
We are committed to a sustainable future for our campus community and have made commitments ensuring sustainability is embedded into everything we provide - from our events and cafés to our student programs and facilities.
We care about your development so we offer two full days of paid training to help build your barista & customer service skills so you can become a coffee connoisseur & customer service star.
WHO YOU ARE
We are looking for experienced Kitchen Hands with a love for great food and a passion for delivering exceptional customer service to join our Gold Licensed catering company, HostCo, on the main campus of University of Sydney.
This is an opportunity to be part of a fresh and dynamic team and culture. We want someone who can really bring positivity and a motivational personality to the team!
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Sharing your winning smile and “can do” attitude to help support the kitchen team in delivering excellent experiences to our customers
Working alongside our professional chefs to ensure that all food is prepared to a high standard of quality and presentation
A variety of general kitchen duties including some basic cooking, stock control and ensuring that cleaning and dish drop activities are effectively organised
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
At least 2 years’ previous experience working in a similar fast paced functions, cafe or restaurant environment
Previous experience working with a commercial dishwasher, washing the dishes, cleaning and sanitising a kitchen
Exposure to food production and basic cooking processes
Knowledge and previous experience in working with chemicals
The ability to work independently
The ability to lift up to 15 kilograms
Excellent personal presentation & versatile 'can do' attitude towards work
A current Australian Provisional Driver’s License or above is desirable
DESIRABLE SKILLS
Experienced in driving vans and larger vehicles, and open to further training to drive vans to various venues as needed
THE PERKS
A daily meal allowance to be used at all USU outlets
Access to a range of discounts on thousands of products such as life insurance, mobile phones and even gaming equipment!
THE PAY
$31.40 (inclusive of 25% casual loading) per hour + 12% Superannuation
HOURS OF WORK
Up to 38 hours per week in between 7am-11:30pm Monday to Sunday.
- This is a casual role. The hours may vary from week to week, working hours can fluctuate out of the university semester and tend to drop a bit
IDEAL START DATE
Immediate Start
HOW TO APPLY
Please read the position description here carefully to assess your eligibility and suitability for the position before applying
ABOUT THE USU
The USU (University of Sydney Union) is proudly Australia’s oldest and largest not-for-profit student organisation, dedicated to providing students with the best possible university experience.
Led by a student board elected by our members, the USU provides fun things on campus, such as festivals, events and parties. We manage a diverse range of programs, including an active volunteering program and a Language Exchange, to name a few. In addition, we support over 200 Clubs and Societies as well as operate bars, food and retail outlets across campus, providing great coffee, affordable fresh food, graduation gown hire and official USYD merchandise.
USU is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We’re committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Help make us better by joining our team.
📌 Casual Kitchen Hand
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