Kitchen Assistant
Location: Adelaide Hills, South Australia
Join a Team Passionate About Quality and Craftsmanship
At Red Cacao, we create handcrafted chocolates, desserts, cakes, and café experiences that celebrate quality, sustainability, and attention to detail.
Located in the heart of the Adelaide Hills, we are committed to producing exceptional products using carefully selected ingredients and thoughtful production practices. We take pride in creating memorable experiences for our customers and fostering a workplace built on collaboration, respect, and a shared passion for great food.
We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to support our kitchen team and help maintain the high standards that define the Red Cacao experience.
About the Role
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play an important role in the day-to-day operation of our kitchen, supporting food preparation, maintaining cleanliness and organisation, and assisting the pastry and kitchen team as required.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in their work, and is keen to develop their skills within a quality-focused food business.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation and basic kitchen tasks.
- Prepare ingredients and support production activities as directed.
- Wash dishes, utensils, equipment, and kitchen tools.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation throughout the kitchen and preparation areas.
- Assist with receiving and storing deliveries.
- Support stock rotation and storage procedures.
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure efficient daily operations.
- Assist with packing, presentation, and preparation of products when required.
About You
You are dependable, hardworking, and take pride in maintaining a clean and organised workspace.
You enjoy being part of a team, are willing to learn, and have a positive attitude toward supporting others to achieve great results.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a kitchen, hospitality, food production, or café environment is preferred but not essential.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
- Good attention to detail.
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.
- Reliable, punctual, and well organised.
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
- Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices is desirable.
Why Join Red Cacao?
- Be part of a supportive and passionate team.
- Work in a business that values quality, sustainability, and craftsmanship.
- Gain experience within a premium food production environment.
- Opportunities for training and growth within the business.
- Enjoy working in the beautiful Adelaide Hills.
How to Apply
If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and looking to join a team that takes pride in creating exceptional products and experiences, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume together with a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in joining the Red Cacao team.
Pay: $30.95 – $38.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free drinks
Work Location: In person
