Early Learning Centre Cook

Our Vision is a better tomorrow where all people can belong. With over 5,000 staff and volunteers, we deliver services at more than 150 locations every day, including: Children's Programs, Action Sports, Camps, Recreation, Youth Services and The Virtual Y.

YMCA Vic Early Learning Centres (ELC's) are safe, supportive spaces offering high quality early learning education and care for children aged six weeks to five years old.

About the role

The Derrimut Centre Cook is responsible for the planning, provision and preparation of nutritious meals for the centre. This is an autonomous role and will require someone who is able to work independently and also within a team.

The role will require you to:

• Assist to Plan, prepare and serve a menu of nutritious and culturally appropriate meals that meet the needs of large groups and individual children aged from eight weeks
• Implement the Food Act 1984 and ensure all requirements of the Food Safety Plan are undertaken
• Maintain standards within the kitchen that meet Department of Health requirements and all other regulatory requirements
• To develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with all staff and the families

This is a permanent part time position with an above award salary rate of $33 per hour, plus super.

We value you

At the YMCA, we value our people. Working for us means you’ll enjoy great work/life balance and a range of benefits such as:

• YMCA Victoria uniform provided
• 50% childcare discount
• Enjoy great staff perks, including savings on health insurance, discounted cinema tickets & access to workplace banking benefits!
• Supportive Centre Manager and Early Years Director (2IC and EL)
• Opportunities for career development and growth across Children’s Programs and our wider organisation including Recreation, Camping, Youth Services and Kingswim
• Free access to gyms, recreation, and aquatics centres across the state

About the centre

The centre is located in the Derrimut Community Centre building, which also provides maternal and child health services. It's close to schools and parks, and we're a short drive or bus ride from Deer Park train station. Also next door is Derrimut Primary School where we run an Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) service.

Qualifications and Licences

• Food Safety Supervisor certification
• Relevant Hospitality qualification
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Asthma and Anaphylaxis certification

Commitment to Child and Young People Safety

YMCA Victoria (the Y) has robust policies and practices to prevent harm to children and young people. The Y is committed to identifying and removing potential risks and hazards. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, Working with Children Check and a pre-employment medical declaration prior to commencement. 

How to Apply

Y Victoria is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Y Victoria are proud to be a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.

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