Kitchen Attendant

Role summary

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The Kitchen Attendant supports the kitchen team by washing dishes, cleaning equipment and work areas, handling waste, receiving and storing supplies, and assisting with basic food preparation when required. Candidates should be reliable, physically fit, well organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced hospitality environment. Previous kitchen, stewarding or hospitality experience is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires good hygiene practices, attention to detail, teamwork and the ability to follow food-safety and workplace procedures. Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays is expected. A positive attitude, punctuality and willingness to assist chefs and other departments are important.

About the employer

AVANI Cypress Lakes Resort is a resort property in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales, Australia, operated by Minor Hotels under the AVANI Hotels & Resorts brand. Set among vineyards and landscaped grounds near Pokolbin, the resort offers accommodation, dining, golf, leisure facilities, meetings and event services. Its guests include holidaymakers, wine-region visitors, golfers, wedding parties and corporate groups. AVANI presents itself as a contemporary, relaxed hospitality brand focused on thoughtful service, comfortable design and local experiences. Team members work in a multicultural hotel environment and may support restaurant, banqueting, housekeeping, events and guest-services operations. As part of Minor Hotels, the resort can provide exposure to an international hospitality organisation with properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other destinations.

Working in Australia

Australia is a large island country with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, healthcare, construction, agriculture, education, technology and trades. Resort and hotel work is common in destinations such as the Hunter Valley, Sydney, Melbourne, Queensland and regional coastal areas. Australian workplace culture generally values punctuality, direct communication, safety, fairness and work-life balance. Lifestyle choices range from urban living to beaches, national parks, wine regions and outdoor activities, although rent and transport costs can be high in major cities. International workers usually need an appropriate visa, such as a Working Holiday visa, employer-sponsored visa or student visa with work rights. Requirements depend on nationality, age, occupation and employer sponsorship. Before relocating, arrange health insurance, a tax file number, bank account, accommodation and transport. Regional employment may offer a quieter lifestyle and lower housing costs than capital cities.