Kitchen Hand

Kitchen Hand (Winter 2026)

Resort: Perisher Hotham

Employment Type: Part Time & Casual Time Roles Available Winter Seasonal

Season Commences: Mid–Late June 2026

Applications Open: February 2026

Applications Close: June 2026 (or earlier if filled)

A Hands On Role at the Heart of the Kitchen.

Our Kitchen Hands play an essential role in supporting the day to day operations of the kitchen, ensuring everything runs smoothly through food preparation, cleanliness, and teamwork. If you enjoy hands on work, taking pride in a job well done, and contributing behind the scenes, this could be the perfect role for you.

What You'll Do

Maintaining cleanliness across all food preparation areas, equipment, and appliances

Assisting with the unloading, organisation, and storage of deliveries

Preparing food and supplies for daily trade and helping organise transport to outlets when required

Supporting the team with end of day cleaning and closing procedures

What You'll Bring

Required - Food Safety Certificate (completed in the last two years) - For the state you will be working in - See - Do Food Safely (VIC Resorts) or Do Food Safely (NSW Resorts)

A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a busy, fast paced environment

Confidence juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure when needed

Clear communication skills and a positive, team focused attitude

Previous experience in a commercial kitchen (highly regarded, but not essential)

What's In It for You

A Vail Resorts Australia Staff Lift Pass

Up to 40% discount on food, retail and rentals across the resort

A supportive, inclusive team culture built around respect, growth, and mountain life

A workplace where learning, contribution, and fun go hand in hand

Access to wellness programs, staff events, and employee recognitions initiatives

What We're About

Vail Resorts Australia operates some of Australia’s most iconic alpine destinations. Our teams bring the mountains to life through professionalism, energy, and genuine care for every guest. Guided by our values — Be Inclusive Do Good Be Safe Have Fun Serve Others Drive Value Do Right — we create workplaces where people feel supported, respected, and part of something bigger.

Next Steps

Excited to join our team? Apply now through our Career Center!

If you have any issues, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team via the HR Help Centre — we’re here to help!

We also love that you’re keen to join our team — just make sure this role is the one you’re truly interested in before applying.

Our staff accommodation spots are limited and reserved for full-season team members, so be sure to tell us your availability and if you’ll need a place to stay.

To help us review your application smoothly, please attach the following (where applicable):

Food Safety Certificate (completed in the last two years)

Any other relevant Hospitality Certifications

Attachment Guidelines:

Maximum of 10 attachments (total size up to 10 MB).

Accepted file formats: .pdf, .doc, .docx, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .txt, and .rtf.

Applications exceeding these limits will not submit.

You will receive a confirmation email once your application is successfully submitted.

If your attachments won’t upload, submit your application without any attachments and provide them through the HR Help Centre.

Every shift matters. Every role counts - Apply now and start your journey with us!