Kitchen Assistant/Cleaner

• Flexible working and rostering arrangements for excellent work-life balance
• Accommodation provided on site throughout winter
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state!

Are you seeking an opportunity to make an impact in the lives of young people?

Howmans Gap are seeking passionate Kitchen Assistant's and Cleaners to join their team for the 2024 winter season!

About the Camp

Howmans Gap Alpine Discovery Camp is an alpine centre and adventure camp located by Falls Creek, and managed by YMCA 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, cosy cottages, and full catering options, Howmans Gap Alpine Discovery Centre is the perfect place to explore the great outdoors, come snow or sunshine.

About the Role

As a Kitchen Assistant/Cleaner, 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
• Undertaking cleaning duties using specialized equipment and chemicals
• Receiving, storing and distributing cleaning goods
• Recording any maintenance requirements and report major issues to management
• Undertaking routine repair work and other general duties such as gardening as required

This is a casual role with an hourly rate of $29.12 + Super.

Mandatory Qualifications

• DoFoodSafely Certificate (online free short-course)

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, cleaning 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.

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 now!