Centre Cook

About the Opportunity

Melbourne City Mission recognises that the early years are critically important for all children, and with the right supports in place they can get the best possible start in life. Our tailored supports and linkages create an integrated early years’ offering, making sure that the wellbeing of children who face
challenges is enhanced through the services we provide.

Melbourne City Mission runs two Early Years Hubs; Hartnett House (Brunswick – 126 place) and Doreen (120 place), open daily to provide quality care to children aged between 6 weeks to 6 years of age. Children come first and are respected as confident, competent individuals. We aim to support the community through our long-standing heritage by providing long day care, funded kindergarten and other community and early years development services through Melbourne City Mission.

Under the supervision of the Lead Cook and Centre Manager, the centre cook will produce high quality foods and beverages that are nutritious and appropriate for the children’s diverse age and dietary requirements and ensure that the meals are healthily prepared in a clean environment.

About you

We are looking for someone who can:

• Preparing meals in adequate quantities that are nutritious and encourage positive eating habits for children.
• Preparing meals that meet the individual dietary requirements of children considering their growth and developmental needs, as well as any other specific cultural, religious or health requirements/preferences. 
• Ensuring that all communicated allergies (inclusive of anaphylaxis) are clearly displayed, and meals prepared in accordance with their individual requirements.
• Performing safe practices for preparing, handling, and storing of food.
• Managing and maintaining the kitchen; ensuring sufficient food supplies, as well as upkeep of the environment to ensure the hygiene and cleanliness of the kitchen is in accordance with food handling regulations and in collation with the Food Safety Plan. 

Benefits of working with MCM include:

• Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Attractive Salary Packaging benefits
• Supportive learning and development environment
• Culture of continuous improvement

Essential:

• A relevant trade qualification (e.g., Certificate III in Commercial Cookery).
• Safe Food Handling qualification.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Experience in food preparation and safe food handling practices.
• A good understanding of dietary requirements to enable appropriate food preparation.
• Effective time management and organisation skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team to achieve common goals and purpose.
• An understanding of the requirements for ensuring child safety. 

Screening Criteria

• National Police check
• Working with Children check
• Valid Victorian Drivers license
• Right to Work in Australia

Applications for this role close: 19 May 2024, so please apply early. Please include your current resume and cover letter.
Please review the position description to understand more about the role and responsibilities. For assistance with your application please email: recruitment@mcm.org.au

About MCM

We are a leading not for profit, purpose-driven organisation that offers a broad range of services in Early Years, Disability, Homelessness and Family Services, Palliative Care and Education.  

Our commitment to Safety

MCM is committed to the safety of its clients and employees, taking a zero-tolerance approach to violence within the workplace and abuse, including child abuse and abuse of people with disability. All employees are required to comply with the Child Safe Standards.

Our commitment to Diversity

At MCM, we embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientation. We know that diversity and inclusion helps us to attract, recruit, engage and retain a team of talented people.