- Looking for a change of scene? Howmans Gap is nestled in the picturesque Falls Creek region
- Make an impact in the lives of young people and people from over the world!
- Competitive rates under the Fitness Industry Award
Are you looking for a role in the spectacular alpine environments that regional Victoria has to offer?
Howmans Gap Alpine Discovery Camp and Windy Corner Café are seeking passionate kitchen & café assistants to join the team for the upcoming winter season!
About Howmans Gap Alpine Discovery Camp, Falls Creek Cross Country & Windy Corner Café
Howmans Gap Alpine Discovery Camp is a remote alpine centre and adventure camp located by Falls Creek, and managed by Y Discovery Camps. Catering to schools and groups year-round, the team at Howmans Gap run a variety of programs and activities to suit every group, from skiing and tobogganing in winter, to orienteering and mountain biking in summer. Featuring state-of-the-art accessible accommodation, cozy cottages, and full catering options, Howmans Gap Alpine Discovery Camp is the perfect place to explore the great outdoors, come snow or sunshine.
Falls Creek Cross Country (FCXC) is a ski centre with everything you need to hit the cross country trails. This service is managed by the Y Victoria and is based within the Windy Corner Day Shelter, next to the Windy Corner Café. FCXC is your one-stop-shop for rentals, lessons, repairs, retail and trail information.
Falls Creek is the premier destination for cross country skiing in Victoria and with 65km of groomed cross country trails it is one of the biggest cross-country areas in Australia. This vast trail net provides plenty of suitable options for complete beginner cross country skiers through to advanced.
About the Role
Working across both the Howmans Gap kitchen and the Windy Corner Café over the course of the 2025 winter season, you will work within the catering team to ensure all campers and Falls Creek visitors 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
- Attending to customers at the Windy Corner Café and assisting as needed
- Upholding the values of the Y at all times
This is a casual role, with an hourly rate of between $35.35 p/hour (incl. casual loading). Onsite accommodation and/or an accommodation allowance may be discussed with successful candidates upon appointment.
The 2025 Howmans Gap winter season for 2025 is anticipated to begin 9 June and conclude 12 September - subject to change based on weather.
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.
Qualifications
- Food Safety Supervisor Skillset Certificate required
- Barista qualifications desirable
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
Benefits
At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits which improve your wellbeing and help you develop as an individual, such as:
- Flexible working and rostering arrangements
- Opportunities for career development and growth
- Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state
- Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness
- Opportunity to work in the beautiful alpine environment the Falls Creek area has to offer
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 now!