Backer

Location
Werribee VIC 3030
 
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
On-the-job training
 
Full job description
Backer (Cook's Assistant)

Are you ready to jump into the kitchen and support the team in a fast-paced, hands-on role?

At The Pancake Parlour, we’re looking for a dedicated Backer to assist our cooks and help keep the kitchen running smoothly. Whether you’re prepping ingredients, plating up dishes, or ensuring everything’s ready for the next order, you’ll be an essential part of the team!

What You’ll Be Doing:

Supporting the Cook: Help plate menu items exactly to recipe, ensuring everything looks perfect and tastes great.
Food Prep Pro: Assist with prepping bulk food items - chopping, dicing, stirring, and cooking—keeping things organized and efficient.
Kitchen Support: Make sure there are always clean crockery, cutlery, pots, and pans available, so the kitchen runs without a hitch.
Team Player: Work alongside the cooks and kitchen team to maintain a fast, smooth workflow throughout each shift.
What We’re Looking For:

Multitasker Extraordinaire: You can juggle several tasks at once and stay organized in a busy kitchen environment.
Hands-On Attitude: You’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves and dive into any task—whether it's food prep or keeping things tidy.
Great Communicator: You’ve got excellent listening and verbal communication skills, making it easy to work with your team.
Team Spirit: You enjoy collaborating and supporting your teammates to get the job done efficiently.
What’s In It For You:

Training Growth: No experience? No problem! We provide on-the-job training and opportunities to develop your skills across different kitchen roles.
Free Meals: Enjoy complimentary meals from our delicious menu during your shifts.
A Fun, Supportive Team: Be part of a positive, upbeat kitchen crew where teamwork and good vibes make every shift enjoyable.
Flexible Hours: With shifts rostered in advance, we offer flexibility to fit your schedule.
If you’re ready to jump into a fast-paced, exciting kitchen environment and play an important role in our team, we’d love to have you join us at The Pancake Parlour. Apply now and help us create delicious moments for our customers!


Physical Requirements - Backer


In this role, you can expect the following physical requirements from you on the job:


Standing or walking


90-100%


Continuous


Talking or listening


90-100%


Continuous


Pushing or pulling


0-10%


Rarely


Sitting


0-10%


Rarely


Lifting or carrying 10kg, reaching


90-100%


Continuous


Climbing (ladders), stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling


0-10%


Rarely


Gripping, pinching


50-70%


Often


You will be exposed to the following environmental conditions:


Inside


90-100%


Continuous


Outside


0-10%


Rarely


Cold and/or wet conditions


10-40%


Intermittently


Hot and/or humid conditions


50-70%


Often


Handling of chemicals and/or solvents


10-40%


Intermittently


Working at heights


0-10%


Rarely


Noise levels above 85db


0-10%


Rarely

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