Mathers House Kitchen Officer

This role contributes to the success of the City by coordinating the Mathers House Dining Program to assist in the provision of positive ageing services and activities for older people at Mathers House and Criterion House.

Role accountabilities include:
• Coordinating all day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Rostering and supervising volunteer cooks, kitchen hands and waiting staff.
• Developing appropriate menus with volunteer cooks.
• Managing stock control and ordering food and consumables.
• Overseeing Work Health and Safety and Food Safety requirements for volunteers.
• Monitoring kitchen equipment maintenance and replacement needs.
• Assisting with food preparation and cooking when required.
• Coordinating catering for workshops, special events, activities and programs.
• Supporting positive ageing staff and ensuring compliance with facility procedures.
• Engaging with older community members to promote inclusive participation.
• Supporting community development approaches in collaboration with the Mathers House Coordinator.
• Undertaking additional duties that support Positive Ageing Programs as required.

Learn more about the role in the position description: Position Description

You will be a community minded individual with a genuine interest in supporting older people. You will be confident managing a small team of volunteers in a kitchen environment and able to deliver safe, inclusive and positive experiences for community members. You will bring knowledge of kitchen operations, strong communication skills, and the ability to create a respectful and welcoming environment for volunteers and visitors.

You will ideally have experience working in community kitchens or catering for large groups. You will also be comfortable managing menu planning, stock control, compliance responsibilities and the coordination of day-to-day service delivery.

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

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If you're passionate about our beautiful City and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Mark Joseph, Inclusive City Program Leader, on 0408 009 *** or email ***********@hobartcity.com.au

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to ***********@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 6 September 2026.

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.