Demi Chef - Education Site (Parkville)

Be Part Of A Busy, Supportive Kitchen Team Location: Parkville, Victoria Job Type: Part time About The Role We’re looking for a motivated Demi Chef to join our welcoming kitchen team at a busy education site in Parkville. In this hands-on role, you’ll help prepare fresh, nutritious meals for students in a fast-paced school catering environment. You’ll work closely with experienced chefs, gaining valuable skills and building your career in a supportive team setting. Enjoy a genuine work-life benefit with a summer stand-down period (December-January), giving you extended time off over the holidays to recharge and spend time with family and friends. Roster
- Monday: 9:30am
- 5:30pm
- Tuesday: 6:30am
- 3:00pm
- Wednesday: 11:30am
- 7:30pm
- Thursday: 6:30am
- 3:00pm
- Friday: 2:00pm
- 7:00pm What We Offer
- Competitive pay + stable, consistent hours
- Work-life balance with school holiday breaks (incl. summer stand-down)
- Supportive team environment
- Career progression opportunities
- Training and development provided
- Employee discounts (450+ retailers)
- EAP support
- Uniform supplied Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and assist in the service of fresh, high-quality meals, including bulk cooking
- Support Senior Chefs in daily kitchen operations
- Undertake general kitchen duties, including dishwashing and cleaning
- Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in accordance with food safety standards
- Work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative kitchen team
- Deliver consistent, high-quality food service within a busy catering environment About You
- Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
- Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or food preparation role
- Experience in school or large-scale catering (highly regarded)
- Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
- Excellent time management and attention to detail
- Positive attitude with a genuine passion for food and service
- Ability to work independently and within a team Who We Are Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services). Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us. Next Steps Please click “Apply for this job”. If your work history aligns with the key selection criteria for the role, one of our recruitment coordinators will be in touch. Please, no agencies. Please Note All successful candidates will be required to satisfy a Working With Children Check. Ref: 5110 Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r3nz4