The Kitchen Program Assistant plays a key role in supporting the Kitchen Garden Coordinator to deliver a vibrant, hands-on program that inspires a sense of wonder and curiosity in students about food, its origin and the history behind recipes.
The program works with students in Years 3 & 4 and is based around the journey of growing, harvesting, preparing and sharing food. The successful candidate will bring a genuine interest in food, cooking and sustainability, along with the ability to build positive relationships with students to foster an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
This role assists with the preparation of each session, ensuring the kitchen is maintained as a clean, safe and well-organised learning area. There are times when the Kitchen Program Assistant will support and brief visiting volunteers and occasionally purchase ingredients.
This role is a 12-month contract for **** and based at the Kew campus. This position is part time (0.4FTE) and only required during term-time.
Duties & Responsibilities
Plan with the Kitchen Garden Coordinator and Gardening Coordinator to maintain an exemplary cooking program for the Year 3 and 4 students
Set up the kitchen prior to lessons
Supervise student clean-up of kitchen and classroom
Maintain general cleanliness, (non-industrial) equipment and materials
Purchase ingredients as needed
Brief adult helpers before cooking sessions
The Person




Experience as an accomplished cook (highly skilled home cooks are welcomed)
Proven organisational skills with strong accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated exemplary rapport and relationships with children
Proven ability to work as a team member
Proven ability to maintain the confidence and respect of staff, students and parents
Ability to meet the energetic and physical demands of the role, including standing for long periods, lifting and carrying
Ability to work calmly and effectively in a fast-paced setting
First Aid, CPR & Anaphylaxis certificate (or willing to obtain)
Food Handling Certificate (or willing to obtain)
A valid Employee Working with Children Check is a requirement of employment for this position.
The School
At Carey, our staff are integral members of our vibrant community, embodying a deep commitment to learning and an innate ability to ignite the same passions within our students.
Grounded in the core values of Care, Growth, and Respect, our staff play a pivotal role in nurturing a culture where every individual is valued, supported, and inspired to thrive.
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters surrounding us and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.
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📌 Kitchen Program Assistant (Melbourne)
🏢 Carey Baptist Grammar School
📍 Melbourne