Job Description

Number of Positions Available:

1

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.

About the Role

We are seeking a Kitchen Hand on a Casual basis, Location -The Collaroy Centre, tasked with providing a truly exceptional, customer focused service to drive excellence and performance.

Purpose of the Role

The Casual Kitchen Hand plays a vital role in supporting the day-to-day catering operations at The Collaroy Centre by maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment. Working as part of the hospitality team, this role ensures kitchen equipment, food preparation areas, and dining facilities are maintained to a high standard, contributing to the delivery of quality meals and a positive experience for guests, campers, conference attendees, and visitors. Through reliable support and a collaborative approach, the Kitchen Hand helps uphold The Salvation Army's commitment to service, hospitality, and excellence.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Kitchen & Equipment Cleaning

· Maintain high standards of cleanliness by washing dishes, utensils, cookware, and catering equipment.

· Ensure all kitchen and dining service items are cleaned, sanitised, and stored appropriately.

Food Preparation Support

·Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables as required.

·Support the kitchen team in the efficient delivery of catering services.

Kitchen Hygiene & Safety

·Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety procedures at all times.

·Clean and sanitise food preparation areas, benches, and kitchen equipment to maintain a safe and compliant environment.

General Kitchen Maintenance

·Perform routine cleaning duties including sweeping, mopping floors, emptying bins, and maintaining back-of-house areas.

·Ensure kitchen facilities are presented in a clean, organised, and operational condition.

Team Collaboration

·Work cooperatively with kitchen and catering staff to support daily operations.

·Attend staff meetings and contribute positively to a collaborative and customer-focused team environment.

Education Qualifications:

·Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment and manage competing priorities.

·Strong understanding of hygiene, cleanliness, and safe food handling practices.

·Reliable, punctual, and able to work a flexible roster across weekdays, weekends, and evenings.

·Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

·Physical capacity to undertake manual handling tasks, including standing for extended periods and lifting kitchen equipment as required.

·Strong communication skills and a positive, customer-focused attitude.

·Commitment to The Salvation Army's mission and values.

Required Checks

·Current Working with Children Check

·National Criminal check

Why Work for us:

In return we offer our employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

· As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

·NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)

·Flexible working conditions

·Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits

·Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme 

·Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity

·Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes

·Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service, opportunity for career development;

·An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members

·Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people 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 facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration