Kitchen Attendant

Role summary

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The Kitchen Attendant supports chefs and kitchen staff with food preparation, dishwashing, cleaning, waste disposal, stock handling and maintaining hygienic work areas. Candidates should have good physical stamina, attention to detail, reliable attendance and a positive, team-focused attitude. Previous kitchen, hospitality or commercial cleaning experience is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires compliance with food-safety, workplace-health and safety procedures, the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment, and flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. A valid Australian work entitlement and the ability to communicate effectively in English are generally expected.

About the employer

AVANI Cypress Lakes Resort is a resort property in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, surrounded by vineyards, golf facilities and regional attractions. It operates under AVANI Hotels & Resorts, an international hospitality brand within Minor Hotels. The resort provides accommodation, dining, events, leisure facilities and golf-related services for holidaymakers, wedding and conference guests, and local visitors. Minor Hotels manages hotels and resorts across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Australia and other markets, with brands covering luxury, lifestyle, upscale and extended-stay accommodation. Employees generally work in a guest-focused environment where teamwork, presentation, safety and consistent service are important. Kitchen attendants contribute behind the scenes by supporting food service operations and maintaining the cleanliness and organisation required for professional resort kitchens.

Working in Australia

Australia offers hospitality opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, cafés, clubs and tourism destinations, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, the Gold Coast, regional New South Wales and the tropical north. Workplace culture is generally informal, practical and team-oriented, with strong expectations around punctuality, safety, equality and customer service. Lifestyle varies from busy cities to relaxed coastal and regional communities; living costs can be high, especially for housing. Australia is a country rather than an island destination, although it includes many islands and coastal communities. Overseas applicants need a visa with work rights, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or another eligible temporary visa. Check official Department of Home Affairs requirements before travelling. Relocation planning should include accommodation, tax-file registration, a bank account, transport and health insurance. Regional resort roles may provide a quieter lifestyle but can require access to a car.