Cultivating Community
The Kitchen Facilities and Operations Assistant supports program delivery and Correa Kitchen operations by coordinating ethically sourced supplies, maintaining equipment, managing records, and liaising with internal teams and external kitchen users to ensure all cooking activities run smoothly.
* Amazing, high standard kitchen facilities
* Role autonomy with the support of a wonderful team
* Convenient location in Prahran
Cultivating Community is seeking a Kitchen Facilities and Operations Assistant to support the smooth delivery of our cooking programs and the day-to-day operations of Correa Kitchen. This practical, hands-on role is central to ensuring our kitchen spaces are well-resourced, safe and welcoming for staff, participants and community kitchen hirers. This role will liekly be 10 hours per week and can be completed over 2 days. Drivers Licence is a must.
About the role
The Kitchen Facilities and Operations Assistant supports organisational program delivery and Correa Kitchen operations by preparing materials, maintaining equipment and coordinating supplies so all cooking activities run smoothly. The role works closely with internal teams and external kitchen users, manages records and logistics, and helps maintain a high standard of food safety and operational efficiency.
Key responsibilities
* Source, purchase and prepare food items for cooking classes and internal catering requests, with a focus on ethical and sustainable procurement
* Undertake regular stock takes of equipment and ingredients
* Prepare, pack and assist with delivery of equipment and supplies for onsite and offsite programs
* Maintain kitchen spaces and equipment to a clean, safe and hygienic standard in line with food safety requirements
* Oversee and coordinate kitchen utilities and services, including waste collection, maintenance and pest control
* Manage correspondence related to kitchen bookings and support induction of kitchen hirers
* Maintain accurate digital records related to food safety, venue hire and purchasing
* Work within set budgets and maintain timely expenditure records
* Build and maintain effective relationships with internal teams, external suppliers and kitchen hirers
* Contribute to safe working environments in line with OH&S legislation and Cultivating Community policies
* Undertake other duties as required to support kitchen and program operations
Skills and experience
* Demonstrated experience maintaining a hygienic and functional kitchen environment
* At least two years' experience in basic food preparation within a catering or hospitality setting
* Experience sourcing and procuring food and groceries within budget and timeframes
* Ability to undertake manual handling and physically active work
* Strong organisational, prioritisation and problem-solving skills
* Ability to communicate respectfully and build positive relationships with colleagues, volunteers and community members, including people from CALD, Deaf or Hard of Hearing and other diverse backgrounds
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable
* Experience in sustainable food procurement and an understanding of seasonality within the Victorian food system
* Experience using Microsoft applications and Airtable
* Proficiency in languages other than English
* Experience working in the community or social enterprise sector
* Lived experience of public social housing
Why work with us?
Cultivating Community is committed to creating inclusive, welcoming workplaces that reflect the communities we work with. We value lived experience, diversity and collaboration, and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.