Early Learning Centre Cook

13 hours ago

City of Melbourne, Australia The Y Victoria Full time

Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000 staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y.

YMCA Vic Early Learning Centres (ELC's) are safe, supportive spaces offering high quality early learning education and care for children aged six weeks to five years old.

About the Role

The Centre Cook is responsible for the planning, provision and preparation of nutritious meals for the centre. This is an autonomous role and will require someone who is able to work independently and also within a team.

The role will require you to:

- Assist to Plan, prepare and serve a menu of nutritious and culturally appropriate meals that meet the needs of large groups and individual children aged from eight weeks

- Implement the Food Act 1984 and ensure all requirements of the Food Safety Plan are undertaken

- Maintain standards within the kitchen that meet Department of Health requirements and all other regulatory requirements

- To develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with all staff and the families

This is a permanent part time position with an above award salary rate of $33.18 per hour.

We Value You

At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits such as:

- YMCA Victoria uniform provided

- 50% childcare discount

- Supportive Centre Manager and Early Years Director (2IC and EL)

- Opportunities for career development and growth across Children’s Programs and our wider organisation including Recreation, Camping, Youth Services and Kingswim

- Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state

- Free access to the Virtual Y – online health and wellness

About the Centre

Epping Centre Hours: 6.30 AM - 6.30 PM

Qualifications and Licences

- Food Safety Supervisor certification

- Relevant Hospitality qualification

- First Aid and CPR certification

- Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification

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 or email careers.vic@ymca.org.au, noting we do not accept applications submitted via email.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

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

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