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Kitchen Hand jobs in Australia
Kitchen hand roles are one of the most common ways into hospitality, and every busy kitchen relies on them. Browse open kitchen hand roles in your area and apply with one saved profile.
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What a kitchen hand does
- Wash dishes and keep the kitchen clean
- Assist with food prep and basic cooking tasks
- Receive and store deliveries
- Follow hygiene and safety procedures
- Support chefs during service
Career path
Many chefs start as kitchen hands and move into prep, commis or cook roles and, with experience, apprenticeships.
Requirements
Qualifications and skills
No formal qualification needed
Many kitchen hand roles are entry-level and train on the job.
Reliability
Punctuality and a willingness to learn are what venues look for.
Food safety
Basic food safety awareness is helpful and some venues provide training.
FAQs
Kitchen Hand job questions
Do I need experience?
Not always. Many kitchen hand roles are entry-level and venues train new starters.
Are casual shifts available?
Yes. Roles are posted as full-time, part-time, casual or temporary.
How much does the role pay?
Pay depends on the venue, your experience and employment type, and is usually set by the Hospitality Industry (General) Award or an enterprise agreement. Each job post shows the pay the venue has listed, and the Fair Work Ombudsman publishes current award rates.
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