Hands-on School Kitchen Aide (Term-Time, 0.4FTE)

Carey; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 27,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Carey invites applications for a Kitchen Program Assistant based at the Kew campus. The role supports the Kitchen Garden Coordinator to deliver a hands-on program for Year 3 & 4, fostering curiosity about food, origin, and recipes.

The position is 0.4FTE, term-time, 12-month contract with duties including session prep and safe, organised learning spaces. Responsibilities include assisting with ingredient purchases, briefing volunteers, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Experience as an accomplished cook; highly skilled home cooks welcomed.
• Proven organisational skills with 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.
• First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis certificate (or willing to obtain).
• Food Handling Certificate (or willing to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Plan with the Kitchen Garden Coordinator to maintain an exemplary cooking program for 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.

Skills

Cooking

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

First Aid CPR

Food Handling Certificate

Job description

Carey invites applications for a Kitchen Program Assistant based at the Kew campus. The role supports the Kitchen Garden Coordinator to deliver a hands-on program for Year 3 & 4, fostering curiosity about food, origin, and recipes.

The position is 0.4FTE, term-time, 12-month contract with duties including session prep and safe, organised learning spaces. Responsibilities include assisting with ingredient purchases, briefing volunteers, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness.