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Are you seeking an opportunity to make an impact in the lives of young people? Mount Evelyn Discovery Camp are seeking a passionate Lead Cook/Kitchen Assistant to join their team!
About the Camp
Located in the Dandenong Ranges, Mount Evelyn Discovery Camp provides schools and groups and exciting opportunity to learn all about the great outdoors - with a variety of activities from high ropes to bike education to bush cooking.
About the Role
In these hands-on roles, you’ll work closely with a dedicated kitchen team to prepare and serve meals that fuel campers for their daily adventures. From breakfast to dinner, you'll play a key part in creating a positive and welcoming dining experience for all – including those with special dietary requirements.
This is a casual role paying between $31.18 p.h - $36.58 p.h + Super.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and serve a variety of meals in line with our food safety and hygiene standards
* Cater for special dietary needs with care and attention
* Maintain a clean and organised kitchen environment
* Assist with stock management and kitchen prep as required
* Support a team-focused and camper-friendly kitchen culture
About You
You are a cook who is looking for some flexibility in your workplace, and possesses strong interpersonal and leadership skills, which will allow you to build strong and positive relationships with campers, colleagues and other stakeholders. You will be well-organised, committed to excellent customer service and have the ability to apply best practice as outlined in the camp’s Food Safety Plan and to ensure compliance with local government requirements and YMCA policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
* Do Food Safely Certificate (free short course- kitchen assistant role only)
* Food Safety Supervisors Certificate (lead cook role only)
In return, YMCA Victoria offers you flexible working and rostering arrangements, opportunities for career development and growth, and a range of further benefits.
YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. Hence, all our candidates are appropriately screened by checking professional references and a working with children check. Depending on the role, a National Police Check may also be undertaken.
How to Apply
Working for the YMCA is a rewarding and challenging experience for those with a positive attitude, zest for life and who seek to contribute to the bigger picture. If this is you, click the Apply button or for further information.
Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
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