Position No: 049/2026

Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time

• 1 x Part-Time | Permanent (30 hours per
  fortnight)
• 1 x Part-Time | Temporary Contract (30 hours per
  fortnight) for a period of six (6) months from start date with
  possible extension or permanency
• Level Two |*Salary: $64,384 to $72,452 pro rata per
  annum, plus superannuation
• Vacancy 049/2026

The opportunity

Our Seniors Centre is looking for talented and enthusiastic
individuals to fill the positions of Assistant Cook (1 x permanent
part time and 1 x temporary part time contract) 

These roles are challenging and rewarding, and innovation will
be encouraged, as the team provides a high-level food and catering
service to seniors and other clients of the Centre.

As an Assistant Cook, you will be responsible for:

• assisting the Centre Chef and other kitchen staff with the
  preparation, storage and distribution of food
• achieving a high standard of customer service
• ensuring corporate responsibilities are adhered to
• ensuring work health and safety requirements are observed
  and adhered to.

To be successful in these roles, you will
need:

• experience in the hospitality industry
• Food Safety Certificate I (SITXFSA005) or ability to
  obtain
• cooking and food preparation skills
• knowledge of commercial cookery equipment (Commercial
  Cookery qualifications are highly desirable)
• the ability to follow directions from the Centre Chef
• the ability to work safely in a kitchen environment
• good personal hygiene
• good hand-eye coordination
• good communication and interpersonal skills
• the ability to work as part of a team
• the ability to enjoy practical, hands-on work
• a strong commitment to customer service and community
  engagement.

For more information about these roles, please refer to the
position description.

How to apply

Sound exactly like the sort of roles for you? Great!
To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au.
For further information, or any enquiries, please contact Lisa
Gardiner, Coordinator Seniors, on (08) 9550 3***.

Applications for these positions are open until a
suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the
vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in these
positions, we highly recommend you apply as soon as
possible.

Our commitment

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or
thinking style. If you need assistance during the application
process for accessibility reasons this is available upon
request.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe
organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is
embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and
volunteers.

Additional information

• All applications will be assessed in accordance with
  merit-based principles. Where an applicant does not fully meet
  the requirements outlined in the attached position description,
  including essential qualifications and license, the role may be
  reclassified, and an alternative remuneration package may be
  offered, subject to organizational needs in line with the

  City of Mandurah Industrial Agreement.

• *The salary for this role commences at step 1, with
  potential for movement within the range based on demonstrated
  skills and experience. Incremental progression typically occurs
  at the conclusion of each 12-month period, in accordance with
  the Industrial Agreement.
• As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to
  complete a drug and alcohol test.
• This recruitment process may also be used to identify
  candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities
  that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering
  you the chance to be considered for future roles that align
  with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the
  right to work in Australia.
• To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the
  City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary
  employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest
  appropriately.
• To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please
  visit our
  Careers and Employment page.

Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive
Officer

Attachments:
- Assistant Cook - Position Description.pdf