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Occupation

851231 Kitchenhand (General)

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

851231 Kitchenhand (General)

Assists kitchen and service staff in preparing and serving food.

Specialisations

  • Catering Assistant
  • Sandwich Hand

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Assists in the preparation of food by chopping, peeling and slicing ingredients
  • Assists with simple tasks relating to the cooking, baking, plating and presentation of food
  • Assists in stocking and replenishing food supplies and ingredients
  • Assists in the setup and pack down of kitchen stations
  • Follows the instructions of other kitchen staff
  • Follows food safety and hygiene standards
  • May assist in the packaging and plating of food for delivery or service in hospitals, aged care facilities and off-site events