Kitchen Hand

Marmelo is a restaurant and bar inspired by the coastal cuisine of Portugal and Spain with a focus on fresh and seasonal ingredients.

Recently appointed by Gourmet Traveller as the Victorian Restaurant of the Year 2025. Marmelo celebrates a unique culinary style with a focus on Iberian coastal dining embracing the seafaring and fishing traditions of Port Melbourne. Wood and charcoal cooking methods impart incredible flavours bringing authenticity to the cooking process.

Marmelo is located within Hyde Melbourne Place and operated by multi award-winning, restaurateurs – Ross & Sunny Lusted.

We’re looking for a hardworking and reliable Kitchen Hand to join our team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and keeping the kitchen running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, and utensils promptly and thoroughly and ensure they are dried, polished and stored correctly.

• Ensure all kitchen areas, equipment, benches, and floors are cleaned and sanitised throughout and at the end of each shift, following food safety and hygiene standards.

• Collect and dispose of rubbish, recycling, and food waste safely and efficiently, keeping the kitchen clean and hazard-free.

• Follow all food safety and hygiene standards

• Work efficiently as part of a team to keep service running smoothly

About you

• Previous experience as a kitchen hand or in a hospitality environment (preferred but not essential)

• A strong work ethic and reliability

• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends

Why Join Us?

• Accommodation and Food and Beverage Discounts at Ennismore and Accor properties

• Be part of a creative, energetic, and supportive team

• Career growth opportunities across our wider hospitality group

• Daily Staff Meals 

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.