Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 2nd Feb 2024
- Melbourne > Oakleigh
The Corner Store Network has an exciting opportunity for a creative preserving chef/cook to take the reins of our internationally recognised preserving program that sees donated produce turned into delicious preserves with the help of a wonderful team of volunteers.
We are seeking someone passionate about sustainability and reducing food waste and who loves working with local, organic, and seasonal foods.
The CSN Preserving Chef/Cook position is a multi-dimensional role best suited to a dynamic individual with a strong interest in preventing food waste and teaching others. The role involves delivering CSN’s key preservation program – volunteer preservation sessions, utilising rescued food and turning it into high-quality preserved goods while prioritising community engagement. The CSN Preserving Chef/Cook will convey the spirit, excitement and innovation of the CSN brand.
This role is responsible for our volunteer preserving kitchen; therefore, we are seeking someone who is not only a skilled chef/cook but also possesses strong communication and teaching skills. Applicants must show strong leadership and be comfortable teaching and demonstrating to volunteers of all skill levels.
Your role will involve leading volunteers through all stages of preserving, developing new recipes, adhering to food-safe preservation techniques, sharing tips and tricks, and empowering others to minimise food waste at home.
At The Corner Store Network, we believe in the power of food to bring people together and create positive change. If you have a passion for food, a collaborative spirit, and a desire to make a difference, this role is perfect for you!
The Corner Store Network is a Melbourne-based non-profit social enterprise incorporating an artisanal coffee roastery, food preservery and low-waste café.
We work to create specialty coffee, food preservation, climate action and community connection for the benefit of people and the planet.
Our mission is to Preserve The Future. In this regard, we are preserving what we currently have here and now whilst ensuring that generations to come can continue to have a healthy and liveable future. Through coffee and preserves, we’re fighting to reduce waste, end hunger and replenish the planet. We want to overhaul outdated, wasteful food systems and provide an equitable future through food rescue, education, community engagement, and innovation.
The Preserving Cook/Chef is responsible for our volunteer preserving kitchen; therefore, we are seeking someone who is not only a skilled chef/cook but also possesses strong communication and teaching skills.
Applicants must show strong leadership and be comfortable teaching and demonstrating to volunteers of all skill levels.
The role will involve leading volunteers through all stages of preserving, developing new recipes, adhering to food-safe preservation techniques, sharing tips and tricks, and empowering others to minimise food waste at home.
If this sounds like your jam, we would love to hear from you. Click 'Apply Now' to submit your interest.
For the right person, there is an opportunity for this to be a full-time, Monday – Friday role.