Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity to join our event catering team for Melbourne Cup Carinval 2026. The role is based at our production kitchen in Hawthorn (Melbourne), working casual shifts, 5/7 day roster. You will need to be available to work from 21 October - 10 November 2026 (including weekends and Public Holiday)
As part of our kitchen team your duties will include:
Performing general cooking duties (including baking and pastry making) aligned to current menus.
Provide guidance and support to kitchen hands.
Maintaining cleanliness of kitchen and following SOPs.
To succeed in this role we are looking for applicants who are able to demonstrate:
Essential
Completion of an apprenticeship or passed the appropriate trade test and experience in cooking, baking, pastry cooking and butchering duties.
Food Safety Handling and understanding safe food handling.
A team player, with ability to adapt and change in a growing business environment, and support others to achieve individual and business targets.
Good verbal and written communication skills along with strong computer skills in Microsoft Office suite and experience working with online document management and auditing systems.
Understanding and knowledge of safe working processes and practices.
At Cirka we know our team is our greatest asset and we pride ourselves on having quality people in all areas of the business. We continually look to be the best employer we can be through rewarding and recognising success, working as a team to reach our goals, developing and growing our people to reach their potential and providing a fun and supportive environment for all.
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Join a business with a goal to lead our industry as its most trusted and respected partner in the provision of facility and event services
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As part of our kitchen team your duties will include:
Performing general cooking duties (including baking and pastry making) aligned to current menus.
Provide guidance and support to kitchen hands.
Maintaining cleanliness of kitchen and following SOPs.
To succeed in this role we are looking for applicants who are able to demonstrate:
Essential
Completion of an apprenticeship or passed the appropriate trade test and experience in cooking, baking, pastry cooking and butchering duties.
Food Safety Handling and understanding safe food handling.
A team player, with ability to adapt and change in a growing business environment, and support others to achieve individual and business targets.
Good verbal and written communication skills along with strong computer skills in Microsoft Office suite and experience working with online document management and auditing systems.
Understanding and knowledge of safe working processes and practices.
At Cirka we know our team is our greatest asset and we pride ourselves on having quality people in all areas of the business. We continually look to be the best employer we can be through rewarding and recognising success, working as a team to reach our goals, developing and growing our people to reach their potential and providing a fun and supportive environment for all.
Ready to Apply?
Join a business with a goal to lead our industry as its most trusted and respected partner in the provision of facility and event services
Apply for this role via the Apply button.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Casual | Major Event Chef position is now open for candidates interested in the Event Management Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Event Management Jobs is a plus.