Job Opportunities

Cooking class demonstrator

Do you have a passion for delicious, seasonal and local produce? Can you quickly and easily connect with people, communicate effective cooking methods and nutrition information while cooking in front of an audience and lead a team

We have a rare opportunity to join the talented Sprout Cooking School demonstration team.  This is an opportunity that doesn’t come around very often! We are looking for one part-time demonstrator and one casual cooking demonstrator to start immediately.  Don’t hesitate apply today!

The role:

  • Cook in front of an audience, assist guests to cook recipes in our fully interactive kitchen, offer cooking and nutrition tips, teach valuable cooking skills and new techniques
  • Confidently discuss local produce and regions
  • Work in a team to execute classes to a high standard
  • Prepare classes before guests arrive, weigh out ingredient trays, implement dietary management procedures and delegate tasks to staff
  • Execute class from start to finish in an engaging, fun, educational and professional manner

Are you who we are looking for?  Do you:

  • Have experience with cooking demonstrations and presenting to an audience
  • Have broad knowledge of ingredients, cuisines, methods of cooking and nutrition
  • Have the ability to communicate clearly and confidently while entertaining and building rapport with guests
  • Genuinely enjoy talking everything food related - local restaurants, wineries, seasonality and cooking trends
  • Have the ability to work in a fast-passed environment and work on your feet for extended periods of time
  • Have immaculate hygiene and food safety standards

 Desirables:

  • First Aid Certificate
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol
  • Child-related Employment Screening DCSI
  • Valid driver’s License
  • Food and wine related qualifications
  • Experience cooking in front of others
  • Available evenings and weekends

How to apply:

  • Send a resume and cover letter through to [email protected] or complete the form below
  • Applications must include a cover letter, maximum one page, which outlines your suitability for the role having reference to the skills and attributes above and contact details of your last places of employment (we will not contact them without your prior consent).
  • Include #quickeasyhealthy in your cover letter and what this means to you.
  • Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia. 

Casual catering chef

We pride ourselves on creating fresh, seasonal and high-quality food anywhere in South Australia and with growing demand we are excited to expand our kitchen team!

The role

  • Assist our growing catering team, either on-site at Sprout or off-site in a range of locations around South Australia
  • Work in the tight knit kitchen team to execute catering functions from start to finish at a high standard
  • Assist our head chef with food preparation, dietary requirement management and recipe development
  • Assist our head chef with basic kitchen responsibilities which include receiving goods, maintaining food hygiene standards and safe work practises

Are you who we are looking for? Do you:

  • Have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work on your feet for extended periods of time
  • Have the ability to multitask and think quickly on your feet
  • Respond quickly and professionally in high pressure situations
  • Have the ability to maintain our high standards of dietary requirement awareness
  • Work methodically, neatly and quickly
  • Have an eye for detail and consistency
  • Have immaculate hygiene and food safety standards

Desirables:

  • Minimum Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
  • Experience in either restaurants or catering roles
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Child-related Employment Screening DCSI
  • Valid Drivers License 

How to apply:

  • Send a resume and cover letter through to [email protected] or complete the form below
  • Applications must include a cover letter, maximum one page, which outlines your suitability for the role having reference to the skills and attributes above and contact details of your last places of employment (we will not contact them without your prior consent).
  • Include #quickeasyhealthy in your cover letter and what this means to you.
  • Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia. 

Casual cooking class assistant

We are looking for people to help out at cooking classes and also assist at our catering events, so if you love food, people and working in a crazy busy always-changing food business then you need to apply!

The role: 

  • Prepare ingredient trays, implement dietary management procedures, maintain clean workspace and set out relevant cooking equipment for classes
  • Smash through dishes and keep a clean kitchen environment so that you can see your reflection in the pots and pans
  • Serve food and drinks providing professional and responsible service, take food orders, clear tables and reset for following day events 
  • Pack and unpack equipment and ingredients at offsite catering events
  • Have fun, interact with guests and bring heaps of positive energy to our team        

Who we are looking for: 

  • Someone with a bright and positive personality and exceptional ability to build rapport with guests and customers 
  • A friendly person who can work as part of a team and will do whatever it takes for the team to succeed
  • A person who has exceptional attention to detail.  You’re a perfectionist and don’t miss a thing! 
  • Someone who has loads of energy and loves being busy and working under pressure in a fast-paced environment Individuals with immaculate hygiene and food safety standards 
  • Someone who is punctual, can meet deadlines and works autonomously A person with three years hospitality experience 

Desirables: 

  • First Aid Certificate 
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol 
  • Child-related Employment Screening DCSI 
  • Valid driver’s license Available during weekdays and weekend evenings 
  • How to apply: Casual applicants must be available 10 – 20 hours per week including weekdays and nights.

How to apply:

  • Send a resume and cover letter through to [email protected] or complete the form below
  • Applications must include a cover letter, maximum one page, which outlines your suitability for the role having reference to the skills and attributes above and contact details of your last places of employment (we will not contact them without your prior consent).
  • Include #quickeasyhealthy in your cover letter and what this means to you.
  • Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia. 
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