Lead Cook

Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000 staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y.

About Mount Evelyn Discovery Camp

Located in the Dandenong Ranges, Mount Evelyn Recreation 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

As Cook, you will work within the catering team to ensure all campers receive delicious meals during their stay, and that kitchen assistants are well supported and guided through their day-to-day duties. You will be responsible for:

• Preparing and providing food for campers, including the coordination of special diets
• Applying best practice as outlined in the camp’s food safety program
• Undertake general cooking duties, including baking and pastry cooking
• Upholding the values of the YMCA at all times

This is a casual role with an hourly rate of $35.35 per hour. The team are also happy to discuss a permanent part time engagement with successful candidates.

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.

In return, YMCA Victoria offers you flexible working and rostering arrangements, including a earlier knock-off time than most in hospitality, perfect for those with families or those who enjoy their evenings to themselves. The Y also offers 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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