Our Quest

We’re the Y WA. We’re establishing the Newman Night Space Program. A new youth-focused service supporting young people in the Newman community.

At the Y, we believe in the power of inspired young people. Through the Newman Night Space, we’re creating opportunities for young people to connect, participate and feel safe within their community.

As a Food Coordinator, you’ll play an important role in supporting the program by providing nutritious, well-presented and appropriate meals and snacks for participants, while ensuring their dietary needs and cultural backgrounds are considered.

Your awesome perks

- If you prefer a part time opportunity, you’ll be earning $82,972.50 + 12% super per annum (pro rata) + penalties
- Alternately if you prefer a casual opportunity, you’ll be earning $53.18 + 12% super per hour + penalties
- Plus $6.78 per hour remote allowance
- Plus, excellent salary packaging benefits (claim up to $18,550 per year)
- Plus, Salary Packaging-Remote Area Benefits (Incl claiming your rent / mortgage / utility bills & more)
- Generous corporate healthcare discounts (up to 8%)
- Refer a friend incentive ($500)
- Buy a NEW CAR & save on tax (Novated Leasing on offer)
- Discounted childcare at our ELC & OSHC services (up to 40%)
- Be part of a Start-up youth program and help build positive experiences for young people in Newman.
- Join a purpose-driven organisation committed to safeguarding children and young people.
- Make a meaningful contribution to the wellbeing of young people through food and community.

What you'll be doing You’ll be responsible for planning, purchasing, preparing and serving nutritious and well-balanced meals and snacks for participants. You’ll manage weekly food shopping and purchasing, check deliveries against invoices,



while maintaining high standards of food preparation, hygiene and food safety. You’ll also ensure the kitchen, equipment and food storage areas are kept clean, safe and well maintained, assist with setting up dining areas when required.

An important part of the role will also be building positive relationships with young people, families, guardians and colleagues, while creating a welcoming environment where young people can feel comfortable and included.

Your weekly work schedule:

Monday: closed

Tuesday to Saturday: shifts available between 2pm till 6pm (approx)

Sunday: closed

Working hours will be around 20 hours per week (approx - depending on service demand & your availability)

You'll be great in this role if you…

- Have knowledge of nutrition, meal planning and preparing balanced meals, including catering for specific dietary requirements.
- Have demonstrated experience in food preparation, cooking and food handling.
- Are comfortable working outside standard hours, including evenings and working on Saturdays.
- Understand and are committed to maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and health and safety.
- Are confident working within a set budget and planning weekly food purchases.
- Are flexible and able to adapt menus to meet the needs of participants.
- Have a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate or are willing to obtain one within 3 months of commencing.




- Hold or willing to obtain a current Working with Children Check, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and WA C Class Driver’s Licence.

Our latest survey results At the Y WA, we thrive on feedback and deeply value our people’s insights that drive positive change. With 9% growth in employee engagement over the past 12 months, our latest survey shows that our people love our open communication, recognition and the genuine care we provide for their wellbeing. They take pride in knowing their efforts impact our goals and make a real difference in the lives of children and young people. Join us and be part of a team that makes a lasting impact.

How to apply:

Click on the “Apply” button below to submit your application. Please submit a CV and cover letter (specifying if a casual or part-time position is of interest) with your application. For the full click on the PDF file on the attachment link below. Should you require any further information please email Alaa Salim at [email protected] or call at 0473 153 855.

Closing date: Saturday, 7****th November 2026

We may start interviews before the closing date.

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy: https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/

The Y WA kindly requests no unsolicited resumes or approaches from recruitment agencies or third parties.

📌 Food Coordinator - Newman (Pilbara)
🏢 YMCAWA
📍 Pilbara