Kitchen Hand

Number of Positions Available:

1

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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 currently seeking a values-driven and dedicated Kitchen Hands, reporting to the Head Chef. You will assist the cook in preparing quality meals for residents of our Homelessness Services.
- You will successfully
- Prepare food and serve within the correct time frame
- Follow directions from the cook regarding portion control, cooking standards and wastage
- Perform duties willingly and industriously to the satisfaction of the Cook, management, and residents
- Serve dinner efficiently with residents served in an organised and systematic way
- Following meals service, all washing, and cleaning duties are undertaken to ensure that the kitchen is clean, and all implements are washed and stored appropriately, and hygiene standards are maintained
- Meals are prepared according to the menu, and all residents receive the allocated meals
- All preparatory arrangements are made well before service time so that residents are able to partake in their meals in an organised manner
- This is a permanent part-time, 22.8 hours per week, position available located at The Beacon, Northbridge. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the SCHADS award Level 1.
- You will have
- Experience in kitchen work, positive and helpful attitude, ability to take instructions
- Level 1 National Certificate in Hospitality (Foundational skills)
- A Current WA drivers
- Current Working with Children's Check
- A willingness to undergo a 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._

What we offer
- Maybe eligible to) NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits (delete if General ABN)
- 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_