Commercial Kitchen Hand

About Juniper:

At Juniper, Best Care and Services is at the heart of everything we do. It’s about putting people first, recognising individuality, supporting safety and wellbeing, building meaningful connections and delivering care that makes a difference for our customers.

As one of Western Australia’s largest local aged care providers, we provide care, accommodation and support services to older Western Australians across the state. Whatever your role, you’ll contribute to bringing Best Care and Services to life, helping ensure our customers receive care and support that truly matters.  

About the role:

At Juniper, we believe in more than just serving meals we create nourishing, welcoming dining experiences for our residents and customers. Our Rowethorpe Catering facility in Bentley is seeking a dedicated and reliable Commercial Kitchenhand to help keep our kitchen operations running smoothly.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a busy, team-focused environment, takes pride in cleanliness and food safety, and enjoys supporting chefs and kitchen staff to deliver high-quality meals.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest standards of kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
• Assist with basic food preparation such as chopping, peeling, and portioning.
• Support chefs and kitchen staff during service.
• Ensure meals are delivered to Juniper sites promptly and efficiently.
• Operate Juniper cafes, providing friendly food and beverage service.
• Manage waste disposal and assist with receiving, unpacking, and storing deliveries.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment safely.
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth service and great customer experiences.

Key Requirements:

• Current driver’s license – you’ll be delivering meals to Juniper sites.
• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, café, restaurant, catering service, or other hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of the role.
• Food Safety Handling Certificate (Level 1 or 2)
• Certificate I or II in Kitchen Operations (or equivalent)
• First Aid Certificate – desirable.

What's on offer:

• Attractive remuneration $33.03 per hour, plus 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 per annum tax free
• Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider
• All employees have access to Juniperks an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement
• Health Insurance discounts

How to Apply:

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a supportive team in a rewarding role! Apply online today with your current CV.

We encourage people of all ages and cultures to apply. Shortlisting will begin immediately, so don’t wait!