Cook/Food Service Attendant

$32.97 per hour + super + remote salary packagingPermanent role working 20hrs pw, 3pm-7pm Mon- FriLocation: Alice SpringsMake a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in needLife at Mission AustraliaWhen you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more and .Your OpportunityStuart Lodge is a transitional accommodation service for singles and families experiencing homelessness in Alice Springs and open 7 days per week 24 hours per day. We provide a range of support for our clients to access and have pathways towards securing long-term sustainable accommodation. Our kitchen is critical to our service and serves three healthy and nutritious meals every day.Your key responsibilities will be to:Plan and organise menu's, food preparation and kitchenMaintain a high level of kitchen safety and hygiene in the kitchen areaEnsure provision of balanced menus for Hostel clientsSupervision of kitchen staff as requiredRequirements for SuccessRelevant qualification in the areas of food preparation, hygiene and nutritionExperience in a commercial cooking environmentKnowledge and understanding of the Food Safety ActPersonal alignment with the value of Mission AustraliaBefore starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.Our cultureOur innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email or visit our for additional contact details.Find out more about a .Your benefitsRewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real differenceNot-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via )Free external, confidential counselling and access toVolunteering opportunitiesExtra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave.Additional $350 each year to help with cost of living in a remote areaAccess to up to 3 additional days Personal/carers leave each yearHow to applyClick ‘Apply’ and send your application today!As a committed employer, we will respond to your application.Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you