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? Lake Dewar Discovery Camp are seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join their team!

About Lake Dewar Discovery Camp

Lake Dewar Discovery Camp is an adventure camp located just 60 minutes from Melbourne, and managed by Y Discovery Camps. Nearby to the Werribee River and surrounding gorges, and catering to schools and groups year-round, the team at Lake Dewar Discovery Camp run a variety of programs and activities to suit every group, from stand-up paddle boarding, canoeing and raft building, to a relaxing spot of fishing. Featuring lakeside apartments and a plethora of indoor and outdoor facilities and full catering options, Lake Dewar Discovery Camp is a perfect place to explore the great outdoors.

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

The team are looking for applicants who are primary available to work evenings (approximately 4:30pm - 8:00pm).

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, Y Victoria offers you flexible working and rostering arrangements, opportunities for career development and growth, and a range of further benefits.

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police check, working with children check and reference checks). To learn more about our commitment to safeguarding children and young people visit victoria.ymca.org.au

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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