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Kitchen Assistant

YMCA
Mount Eliza, VIC
A$31.19 p/h + Super
Hospitality & Tourism → Kitchen & Sandwich Hands
Casual
On-site

Posted 6 days ago


  • Flexible working and rostering arrangements for excellent work-life balance!
  • Opportunities for career development and growth, learn valuable leadership skills
  • Casual- Up to $31.19 per hour + Super + Y Benefits

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? Camp Manyung are seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join their team!

About Camp Manyung

Camp Manyung is a recreation camp located in Mt Eliza on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, and managed by YMCA Camps. Catering to schools and groups year-round, the team at Camp Manyung run a variety of programs and activities to suit every group, from snorkeling and kayaking to archery and raft building. Featuring a state-of-the-art recreation centre, flexible and accessible accommodation and picturesque outdoor areas, Camp Manyung is the perfect place to explore the great outdoors.

About the Role

The role involves working in a small kitchen team to provide healthy and delicious meals to diverse groups of people of all ages and abilities attending camp.

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

Standard shifts are generally ; 7am - 11am, 7am -2pm or 4:15 - 7:15pm on Monday - Sunday, depending on the group requirements..

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.

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. Hence, all our candidates are appropriately screened by checking professional references and a working with children check. Depending on the role, a National Police Check may also be undertaken.

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.

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.


About YMCA

Gungahlin, ACT, Australia
Telecommunications
5001-10000 employees

In Australia, the YMCA is made up of 24 Member Associations supporting over 741 communities in the areas of Healthy Living, Empowering Young People and Social Impact. Wherever the Y is, we strive to make a positive difference by providing each and every person opportunity to be healthy, happy and connected.

The YMCAs of Australia work together from a base of Christian values to provide opportunities for all people to grow in body, mind and spirit.

From over 741 locations across Australia the YMCA provides expertise, programs and services in the following areas, to enable healthier, happier communities; Accommodation, Aquatics, Camping and Outdoor Education, Children's Services, Health and Wellness, Sport & Community Recreation and Youth Services.

Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website

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