Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000staff 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 **** 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 working approximately 12 hours per week (2 days) with a starting rate of $***** per hour + Super & Y Benefits.
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 perks such as:
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
Mernda ELC centre hours - 6.30 am - 6.30 pm
Qualifications
Food Safety Supervisor certification
Relevant Hospitality qualification
First Aid and CPR certification
Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification
Commitment to Child and Young People Safety
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. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement.
Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
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📌 Early Learning Centre Cook (Melbourne)
🏢 The Y Australia
📍 Melbourne