As a BOH/Kitchen staff member at Wineism, you will play an integral role in supporting the kitchen operations to ensure smooth service in our wine-focused venue. You will assist with basic food prep, plating dishes, maintaining cleanliness, and help keep the kitchen running efficiently while complying with health and safety regulations. Your contributions will help deliver a great experience for our guests and support our small but essential food offerings.

If you love wine, this is a fantastic place to work and gain exposure to a vibrant wine scene.

Key Responsibilities:

Kitchen Setup & Food Prep

Set up the kitchen for service, ensuring all equipment and surfaces are clean and ready for use

Assist with basic food prep tasks following clear instructions

Study and follow simple recipes while preparing ingredients for each dish.

Prepare and serve dishes with a focus on quality, presentation, and timeliness.

Cleaning & Hygiene

Wash dishes and clean kitchen equipment, benches, and floors

Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times

Assist with end-of-day cleaning and pack down, ensuring everything is in its place

Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workspace.

Stock Monitoring & Organisation

Unpack deliveries and store items correctly

Restock kitchen supplies during service as needed

Help complete order sheets for kitchen stock, ensuring that necessary items are accurately recorded

Notify the Venue Manager if stock levels are low or ingredients are running out

Check ingredient freshness and discard items past their prime

Working Independently & Supporting the Team

Be comfortable working solo during slower shifts, keeping the kitchen organised and ready for service

Support front-of-house staff by ensuring dishes are prepared and plated in a timely manner

Stay calm under pressure, especially during busy periods

Who You Are

A passion for hospitality excellence and delivering top-notch service

Strong skills in food preparation, plating, and presentation

Familiarity with various kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, and kitchen scales

Up-to-date knowledge of basic cooking techniques, ingredients, and culinary trends

Ability to manage time effectively and remain calm under pressure

Understanding of food safety and sanitation standards

Reliable, organised, and able to work efficiently both as part of a team and independently

Comfortable with completing simple administrative tasks like order sheets

Willing to learn and follow direction

Available for casual shifts, including weekends, especially Friday nights

If you’re a proactive and reliable team player who values a professional work environment and has a passion for wine, we’d love to hear from you.