Kitchen Hand

1 week ago

West Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Salvation Army Full time
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ABOUT US


The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship.

The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.


  • Why this role matters


The Salvation Army Australia's Homelessness Stream provides high quality, person centred services to people at risk, and or experiencing homelessness.

We support adults and families, including accompanying children with accommodation, case management, outreach support, financial assistance, connection and referral to other specialist services.


Our philosophy is that every person deserves dignity, respect and quality of service and that no one should be without a safe, affordable and secure home.

Services are free, voluntary, accredited and delivered by professional and committed staff.

About the role


We are seeking a values-driven kitchen hand who will undertake duties as directed which ensures that the kitchen area complies with the minimum Health Department standards.

To provide all services in such a way as to respect the rights and dignity of residents. To provide quality food and kitchen services which meets or exceeds staff and residents' food and service requirements.

You will successfully

  • The Kitchen Hand organizes and prepares food
  • Receives and stores kitchen supplies as required
  • Cleans and maintains Kitchen premises and equipment
  • Appropriate use of all personal protective safety equipment such as disposable gloves
  • Follows Health & Safety and security procedures
  • Follows workplace hygiene procedures
  • Appropriate use of PPE, as required
  • Actively contribute to building a strong culture in the team and across the service based on mutual respect and collaboration with colleagues and residents
  • Ability to work positively in a socially diverse environment
  • Service gaps are identified and recommendations for service delivery improvements are made to the Catering Services Team Leader
This is a full-time, permanent position located in Flagstaff, VIC. Salary and conditions are in accordance with SCHADS Level 1.

You will have

  • An awareness and understanding of the common presenting issues associated with people experiencing homelessness
  • Experience in a residential setting and a Food Handlers Certificate would be desirable and this will be provided to any applicants who do not have this certification
  • Certificate 1 in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) (or equivalent) or demonstrated equivalent relevant experience, knowledge and skills
  • Valid and Current Working with Children Check or equivalent
  • A national police record check is required
  • We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._
What we offer

  • Flexible working conditions
- (Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Independent confidential counselling service
  • Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
  • Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
  • Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
  • Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
  • Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
  • An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate, and professional team members
  • Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
  • The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
  • We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. W_
  • The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check._
  • We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _
  • Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._
  • We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_

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