At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our café team to prepare delicious food and support daily operations.
- Company: Allpress, a leading espresso specialist with a passion for quality coffee.
- Benefits: Enjoy unlimited coffee, weekly beans, wellbeing allowance, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shifts, early mornings, and a fun, fast-paced environment await you!
- Why this job: Be part of a close-knit team delivering exceptional customer experiences in a vibrant café.
- Qualifications: Previous kitchen experience, confidence in food prep, and a passion for hospitality.
The predicted salary is between 14.4 - 17.6 $ per hour.
About us
At Allpress we are espresso specialists, roasting and serving beautiful coffee in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Japan and Singapore. We're a team of dedicated people who believe in flavour first and care deeply about our customers.
About your new role
We're looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our café team on a 6 Month Fixed Term Contract. In this hands-on role, you'll work closely with the team to deliver a simple, quality food offering that perfectly complements our coffee. This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in producing great food, and is happy to jump in wherever needed. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, work collaboratively with the team, and be confident working autonomously when required.
A day in the life
- Arriving bright and early and enjoying a coffee with the team before service begins
- Assisting the Cafe Manager with food preparation for the day ahead
- Washing dishes and maintaining a clean, organised back-of-house area
- Ensuring food safety, cleanliness and quality standards are upheld throughout the day
- Baking sweet treats and toasting sandwiches
- Plating dishes and running the pass during service
- Supporting the front-of-house team on the floor or till when required
- Helping with stock organisation and general kitchen operations
- Pitching in wherever needed to keep the café running smoothly
About you
You have a passion for great food, quality coffee and hospitality, and enjoy being part of a close-knit team where everyone contributes to delivering an exceptional customer experience.
Must-haves
- Previous café or commercial kitchen experience
- Confidence with food preparation and basic cooking
- Strong food safety and hygiene standards
- Fast, organised and reliable during busy service periods
- Ability to follow recipes and presentation standards consistently
- Team-focused and willing to jump across all kitchen duties
- Availability for early mornings and weekends
- Food Safety/Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) certification, or willingness to obtain
Nice to have
- Experience working with seasonal, produce-led menus
- Baking or pastry skills
- Experience with ordering, stock control and waste management
- Current Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) certification
- Interest in coffee and hospitality
- Experience supporting menu development
Working at Allpress
Alongside a great team culture, we offer a range of perks including as much coffee as you'd like while you're at work, 250g of beans to take home each week, a free and confidential Employee Assistance Program, a wellbeing allowance, volunteer leave, and opportunities to learn and grow.
Diversity and Inclusion
Building inclusive teams that represent all groups in society. Empowering our people to continuously improve the way we work and promote equity. Removing barriers and the influence of bias. Creating a safe environment where we're encouraged to speak out against discrimination in any form. Cultivating a sense of belonging by encouraging our people to fearlessly bring their whole selves to work.
Kitchen Assistant in Sydney employer: Allpress Espresso Ltd
At Allpress, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant team culture and a range of benefits that enhance your work-life balance. As an Espresso Machine Technician in Brisbane, you'll enjoy perks like unlimited coffee at work, weekly take-home beans, and a supportive environment that fosters personal and professional growth. With opportunities for learning and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, Allpress is the perfect place for those looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying their passion for coffee.
