Kitchen Attendant

Job Title: Kitchen Attendant

Location: Phillip Island, Victoria

Employment Type: Casual

Reports to: Head of Food & Hospitality

Commencing: Immediately

About Us

Christian Youth Camps Limited (CYC) exists to create opportunities for people to personally encounter the living God through camping, conferencing, facilities and programs. We sum this up in three words: Breathe. Experience. Discover.

As a Christian organisation, we’re passionate about creating spaces where people feel welcomed, cared for and inspired. At CYC Phillip Island Adventure Resort, we go beyond simply “running a camp” — we aim to create memorable experiences that have lasting impact.

Located on 80 acres of landscaped grounds in the heart of Cowes, our Adventure Resort accommodates over 600 guests and features modern facilities, air-conditioned rooms with ensuites, and an impressive range of onsite activities including flying foxes, ropes courses, pools, archery, canoeing and more.

Our Food & Hospitality department supports large-scale catering across the site, operating two fully equipped commercial kitchens, a campground kitchen and multiple all-weather BBQ areas, servicing schools, community groups, churches, corporates and holiday programs.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated, reliable and hands-on Kitchen Attendant to join our culinary team. This role plays an important part in supporting our chefs and ensuring our kitchens operate efficiently, safely and to a high standard.

You’ll assist with food preparation and service, maintain excellent kitchen hygiene during busy service periods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean, organized and well-functioning kitchen environment
• Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment to required standards
• Assist chefs with food preparation tasks, including basic prep and assembly
• Support meal service at designated meal times
• Assist with waste management and cleaning of all kitchen surfaces
• Follow all food safety, health and workplace safety guidelines
• Provide guidance and positive support to other kitchen attendants as required

About You

Personal attributes:

• A positive team player with good communication skills
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining cleanliness
• Reliable, adaptable and flexible with shifts (including some evenings and weekends)
• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is beneficial but not essential — training will be provided

Essential requirements:

• A Victorian employee Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Valid rights to work in Australia

Interested applicants should apply through this platform and are requested to upload a copy of their resume.

For further information or a detailed job description, contact Parso at piarcatering@cyc.org.au or call us on 03 5952 2417.

Christian Youth Camps Ltd (CYC) is committed to promoting and protecting the best interests of children and has a zero-tolerance to child abuse.