Description:
HEAD OF CATERING
12-month Maternity Leave Position (Potential of ongoing position)
Location : NEERIM EAST, Victoria
Employment Type : Full-time fixed term contract (12 month)
Reports to : Site Manager
Commencing : May / June 2025
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 on a mission to turn the whole camping scene into something super special for our guests. We're not just about the regular business of running a camp; we strive to create opportunities for moments that change lives!
CYC Forest Edge is set on a beautiful 120 acre property on the banks of the LaTrobe River, catering year-round for 200+ guests at a time. We have the privilege of hosting a variety of groups with varying needs and objectives, from high-energy adventure focused programs, through to relaxing retreats. As part of our Catering team, you have the opportunity serve our guests through providing tasty, visually appealing, and healthy meals in a clean, pleasant, and welcoming camp environment.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a highly motivated team player to fill a maternity leave position. Someone who is passionate about all things food and hospitality. It is a hands-on role that requires you to lead and serve your team, in order to provide the best possible experience for our guests.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing effective leadership to the team, guiding and motivating team members to achieve department goals
- Building rapport with guest leaders to ensure positive meal experiences through all areas of service especially in regard to special diets management
- Oversight of department administrative operations, including menu planning, stock ordering, staff rostering, leave management, supplier invoicing and other office duties
- Recruitment and training of team members to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards
- Active contribution to Leadership Team meetings
ABOUT YOU
If you love food, you love people, and you want the privilege of leading a great team to serve our guests, then this position might just be for you!
Personal attributes:
- Passionate about the delivery of wholesome food and hospitality
- High level of initiative and motivation, with a strong work ethic
- Team player with advanced interpersonal skills who can lead by example
- Strong administrative skills with the ability to learn and operate venue-specific systems
- Commitment to ensuring food health and safety standards
- Commitment to child safety practices
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 cover letter relevant to the role, along with a copy of their resume.
Please note that there is the potential for this to become an ongoing position.
For further information regarding the role, please email [emailprotected] or call 03 5628 4224.
Applications close : Sunday 4th May 2025
Christian Youth Camps Ltd (CYC) is committed to promoting and protecting the best interests of children and has a zero-tolerance to child abuse.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $23.23 – $44.45 per hour
Expected hours: 38 per week
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating roster
- Weekend availability
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 04/05/2025