Kitchen Program Assistant

Carey International; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 34.000 - 48.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Carey Baptist Grammar School is seeking a part-time Kitchen Program Assistant for a 12-month term (2027) based at the Kew campus. You will support the Kitchen Garden Coordinator in running a hands-on program for Years 3 and 4, focusing on growing, preparing, and sharing food with emphasis on safety and inclusivity.

The role requires cooking experience, strong organisational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work with volunteers and staff.

Formación

• Experience as an accomplished cook and willingness to obtain relevant certificates.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships with children.
• Ability to work as part of a team and maintain staff-parent trust.
• Ability to meet physical demands such as standing, lifting and carrying.
• Calm, efficient work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Plan with coordinators to maintain a high-quality cooking program for Years 3 and 4.
• Set up the kitchen prior to lessons and supervise student cleanup.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and learning spaces.
• Purchase ingredients as needed.
• Brief adult helpers before cooking sessions.

Conocimientos

Cooking experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Physical stamina

First Aid/CPR/Anaphylaxis

Food handling

Educación

First Aid, CPR & Anaphylaxis certificate

Food Handling Certificate

Employee Working with Children Check

Descripción del empleo

The Role

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 2027 and based at the Kew campus. This position is part time (0.4FTE) and only required during term-time.

Duties & Responsibilities

Program Planning and Preparation

• 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 environment
• 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.

To find out more about this opportunity, download the Position Description here (https://careylink.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/HCM-PositionDescriptions/IQCV921s4R5iRaVmw8Z_rZzyAaDdYTAV6wBqOrkgGbOWSTA).

Carey Baptist Grammar School is committed to providing a safe environment for all students, acting in their best interests, promoting their wellbeing and keeping them safe at all times.

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, sexualities, cultures, bodies and abilities.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands and waters surrounding us and pay our respects to the Elders past, present and emerging.