About OzHarvest:
OzHarvest is a leading food rescue organisation on a mission to ‘Nourish our Country’ by stopping good food from going to waste and delivering it to charities that help feed people in need. Through our education programs and our advocacy work, we hope to inspire others to change their behaviour and help reach the national target of halving food waste by 2030.
About the role:
As Engagement Chef Coordinator, this role involves the delivery of OzHarvest’s key corporate engagement program – Cooking For a Cause (CFAC), a team building cooking session, using rescued/donated food and leading and instructing teams of corporate volunteers to produce meals for the community. You will help lead engaging cooking sessions using rescued food, guiding corporate volunteers to create meals for those in need. You’ll support kitchen operations, menu planning, food procurement, and ensure food safety compliance.
This is a hands-on, multi-dimensional role ideal for someone who loves teaching, thrives in a kitchen, and is committed to sustainability and social justice.
What you will be doing:
- Deliver inspiring CFAC cooking sessions and represent OzHarvest’s mission.
- Support pre-class planning, menu development, and ingredient sourcing.
- Maintain kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.
- Engage and manage volunteers with warmth and professionalism.
- Promote OzHarvest’s work in food rescue and education.
What we are looking for:
- Certificate III in Hospitality/Commercial Cookery (or similar).
- 5+ years’ experience in professional cookery.
- Excellent communication and teaching skills.
- Strong problem-solving and adaptability.
- Valid Police Check, First Aid Certificate.
- Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
To apply:
Please follow through the online application process and attach your CV, a cover letter, and include a message as to “Why would you like to work at OzHarvest and this role?” (creativity encouraged!). Please also include your availability in the cover letter.
Please note that only applications with a cover letter addressing the question above will be shortlisted.
OzHarvest is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that supports diversity, inclusion and belonging. Please note: If you have a Language or Cultural special consideration, a disability or impairment or use assistive technology, please let us know in your Cover Letter when applying. You can ask a support person to help you through the application and interview process.
