Kitchen Assistant

**About us**:
Baptist Care SA works collaboratively with South Australians from all walks of life. We provide Camping and Adventure Programs, Disability Services, Homelessness Services, Out of Home Care and Youth, Family and Community Programs. We are committed to finding a way forward for everyone we serve and supporting them to achieve their life goals. We find ways to make people's lives better.

**The Program**:
Offering roles across two of our Adventure Pathways locations, Mylor & Strathalbyn this role will provide diversity to experience two thriving sites.

The Kitchen Assistant plays a key role in achieving Baptist Care SA, Adventure Pathways purpose of helping people to connect with themselves, others, God and the natural world through outdoor experiences.

The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for providing assistance in the preparation and serving of food and cleaning of the Mylor and Wirraway Campsite Kitchen under the direction of the Hospitality Coordinator and/or Cook/s.

The role requires an industrious person, passionate about food and hospitality, who possesses attention to detail and understands the importance of delivering excellent results for guests. At its core, this position exists to help ensure the Mylor and Wirraway Adventure Camp dining experience is consistently a highlight for guests.

**About the Role - Casual Positions Available**

Baptist Care SA Adventure Pathways have exciting opportunities for experienced kitchen assistants to join our team. This is your chance to contribute to enabling children and young people to have some of the best experiences of their lives.

It takes a small army of enthusiastic, caring and capable people to ensure our guests have the BEST CAMP EVER And you can be part of it
- Your duties will include, but will not be limited to:_
- Assist with the preparation of all meals as directed by the Hospitality Coordinator and/or Cooks
- Complying with the correct storage of stock in pantries, cold rooms, freezers
- Assist with the serving of meals to clients
- Assist with clean up after meals including filling in checklists for end of day, end of camp and weekly cleaning

**About you**:
At Baptist Care SA, we believe our employees are the heart of our kitchen. We're looking for someone who is not only passionate about food but also embodies the values and spirit of our Organisation.

Even in high-pressure situations, you remain composed and focused, embodying the very essence of what it means to be a dedicated and hard-working Kitchen Assistant at Baptist Care SA.

Your positive attitude, attention to detail, and adaptability are the qualities that set you apart and make you an integral part of our Adventure Pathways Family.
- You will also have the following skills and experience:_
- Certificate I in Hospitality (Kitchen Operations) or equivalent
- High levels of attention to detail and customer service
- Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team
- Ability to work effectively to a schedule with energy and flexibility

**Specific Requirements**:
Baptist Care SA is committed to the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable people and as such applicants will be considered in accordance with our safety practices and suitability.
- You will be required to have, or be willing to obtain:_
- Full unrestricted South Australia Driver's License
- Training - Child Safe Environments
- A current and valid DHS: Child-Related Employment Screening/ WWCC
- National Police Clearance
- Ability to work outside standard office hours

**Why work with us?**

You'll have the opportunity to working as part of a passionate team of people who enjoy providing amazing experiences for our guests. You'll be able to work in beautiful surroundings and have the flexibility to work to your schedule.

Baptist Care SA offers a flexible and supportive environment where you are encouraged to be the best version of yourself.
- You'll also receive:_
- A competitive casual base rate on the FIA Award
- Salary Packaging to increase your take home pay
- A corporate health plan with BUPA offering discounted health insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander employees cultural and community obligations, including NAIDOC Leave and up to five days Paid Cultural LeaveShare