Casual Kitchen Team Member | Growth & Meal Discounts

YOMG; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team

Not-for-profit workplace

Community-focused

Job summary

Kensington Community Children’s Co-operative in Prahran, Melbourne, is seeking a friendly Kitchen Assistant to join our not-for-profit team, working 16 hours per week. You will support dishwashing, kitchen cleaning and general duties to maintain a safe, hygienic environment for children’s meals.

Ideal candidates are reliable, with good time management and a can-do attitude. You’ll work closely with the Early Childhood Cook and our team to ensure high standards of cleanliness and safety in a

Qualifications

• Reliable, positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good time management and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to cleanliness, hygiene and child safety.
• Current Working with Children Check.
• Willingness to obtain a National Police Record Check.

Responsibilities

• Wash, dry and put away dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic and organised kitchen.
• Clean kitchen surfaces, floors and equipment.
• Assist with general kitchen duties and food preparation as required.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures.
• Support the Early Childhood Cook and work collaboratively with the team.

Skills

Reliable attitude

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Communication

Job description

Job Description

Kensington Community Children’s Co-operative (KCCC) is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our team, working 16 hours per week. Working alongside our Early Childhood Cook, you will primarily support dishwashing, kitchen cleaning and general kitchen duties, helping maintain a safe and hygienic environment for preparing children’s meals.

Responsibilities:

• Wash, dry and put away dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment.


• Maintain a clean, hygienic and organised kitchen.


• Clean kitchen surfaces, floors and equipment.


• Assist with general kitchen duties and food preparation as required.


• Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety procedures.


• Support the Early Childhood Cook and work collaboratively with the team.

What You’ll Need:

• A reliable, positive attitude and willingness to learn.


• Good time management and attention to detail.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Commitment to cleanliness, hygiene and child safety.


• Current Working with Children Check.


• Willingness to obtain a National Police Record Check.

What We Offer:

• Part-time employment, 16 hours per week.


• A friendly and supportive team.


• The opportunity to contribute to a community-focused, not-for-profit co-operative.

Kensington Community Children’s Co-Operative (KCCC) is a Child Safe Organisation. We are committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children and have a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and harm.

We have rigorous recruitment, reference checking, and induction processes to ensure all staff uphold their professional and legal child safety obligations. Child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our practices, and no adult is exempt from the responsibility to protect children.

We take all child safety and wellbeing concerns seriously. All incidents, disclosures, or allegations relating to child safety and wellbeing are investigated promptly and thoroughly, in line with our policies and legal obligations.

Every adult in our community has a duty of care to ensure that every child is safe, respected, and cared for. We expect all adults to speak up, act on concerns, and contribute to a culture where children are protected from harm.

KCCCacknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we learn, play, educate, nurture and connect with one another. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

We are committed to creating culturally safe, inclusive environments for diverse communities, including LGBTIQ+ families.

Are you a trained cook looking to step into a career that rewards your skills and offers a flexible working environment?

Convenient Prahran location with easy access to public transport, Cafes, and local amenities

Grow your career in a welcoming clinic that values teamwork, development, and work-life balance

Incluive, values-led workforce