Kitchen Assistant

At the Y Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. 

Are you seeking an opportunity to make an impact in the lives of young people? Lady Northcote Discovery Camp are seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join their team!

Lady Northcote Discovery Camp

Lady Northcote Recreation Camp is located in the Rowsley Valley 16km west of Bacchus Marsh and approximately 70 kilometres from Melbourne. The Camp features a mix of accommodation options sleeping up to 240 people. The camp is set in a rural environment and local attractions include the Brisbane Ranges, The You Yangs National Park and Lerderderg Gorge. Our core business is the provision of camping and outdoor programs to a range of user groups. Specifically we are focused on creating outcomes that enhance environmental awareness, personal identity, leadership, creative thinking, communication, values and attitudes. The vehicle for creating outcomes is the process of adventure learning specifically utilising the following activities; environmental education / interpretation, high ropes adventure course, flying fox, giant swing, low ropes, initiative activities; canoeing, archery, orienteering, yabbying, mountain bikes, and more.

About the Role

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will work within the catering team to ensure all campers receive delicious meals during their stay. You will be responsible for:

• Preparing and providing food for campers, including the coordination of special diets
• Assembling and preparing ingredients as required
• Applying best practice as outlined in the camp’s food safety program
• Upholding the values of the Y at all times

This is a casual position paying $31.18 p.h + super + Y Benefits!

Ideally days and hours are Thursday, Friday and Saturday's between 7am-2:30pm or 4:30pm - 7:30pm. 

About You

You are a motivated individual with a commitment to perform to their best. You possess problem-solving skills and can apply initiative to work unsupervised, if required. Previous catering or hospitality experience, and knowledge and understanding of kitchen operations will be highly regarded.

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 email careers.vic@ymca.org.au 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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