ABOUT US The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity. Our community meal is held each Fri day Morni ng at 11:30am-12:30 pm. It is a warm and welcoming space that meets the needs of our community, providing a nutritious meal, and a space for people to gather and con nect. Working within a commercial kitchen facility, our V- Cook, play s a key role in supporting our community by providing consistent, reliable and most importantly, nourishing meals at our weekly Community Meal in a safe, welcoming place. The role is to prepare the food ready for serving to the Community Members . An ideal role for those who enjoy cooking in a team environment. Meal p reparation and service : With guidance and instruction from the Supervisor , prepare meals according to the planned menu and the number of meals . Set up and clean up: With a keen eye for neatness and hygiene, assist with initial set up, clearing of tables, pack up , wash up and waste disposal. Manage stocks and storage: Applying high regard for food safety standards, assist wit h ensu r ing food stocks are replenished and within use by dates , and all food items are stored and labelled correctly. Support to the Team - Assist the Mission Volunteer Food Services team to meet daily outcomes - Meals delivered within the directed timeframe and appropriate customer service delivery - Clean and hygienic kitchen and surroundings in keeping with health regulations - Provide encouragement to other team members Q ualifications and skills (desired/ ) Experience in cooking for large numbers of people Experience in food preparation, handling and service Relevant food handling q ualifications as required by local council authorities The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check. We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
