Becoming a Kitchenhand in Queensland

About this role

Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and serving areas; help kitchen staff prepare food.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Kitchenhand include:

• clean kitchens and food preparation areas
• clean cooking and general utensils used in kitchens and restaurants such as cutlery or dishes
• wash, peel and chop vegetables or fruit
• transfer, weigh and check supplies and equipment
• prepare ingredients for cooking, and prepare salads, savouries and sandwiches
• set up food and beverage trays for serving to customers
• cook, toast and heat food items as need
• make sure kitchen area is clean and meets hygiene standards.