Casual Event Support - Back of House

About the Role:

We are seeking reliable and detail-oriented individuals to support the facilitation of a series of prestigious Food & Beverage Awards in Melbourne. Reporting to the Back of House Manager and the Awards team, you will assist with the bump in, and bump out of multiple award programs, including food, wine, beer, and spirits

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the setup of back of house areas, including unpacking shipping containers, setting up workstations, washing glassware and crockery, and cleaning equipment.

• Receipt and preparation of entries for judging.

• Set up front of house judging spaces with tables, chairs, and other equipment.

• Follow instructions from the Chief Steward and management for dispensing and handling entries, including draught beer if required.

• Pick, sort, and prepare entries for judging.

• Provide and replenish water and palate cleansers for judges.

• Maintain cleanliness of front and back of house areas throughout the event.

• Pack down and store equipment post-judging.

• Perform any additional duties required to support the smooth operation of the awards.

Skills & Experience Required:

• RSA required (for alcohol service roles).

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects safely.

• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Requirements & Compliance:

• Completion of assigned compliance induction and training.

• Current Police Check.

• Steel-capped shoes are mandatory.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in large-scale food and beverage events while working as part of a dynamic team.

At HOBAN we encourage applications from people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people of all genders, LGBTI people, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We provide reasonable adjustments; including alternate formats to the recruitment process for individuals with disability. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, please email our Adjustments Coordinator at adjustments@hoban.com.au or visit hoban.com.au/adjustments for additional contact details.