Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time
Salary: $60,416 - $65,237
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Hospitality and tourism
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: AN000445
Holmesglen Institute is a leading provider of vocational and higher education in Victoria, with over 40 years of experience and 140,000 graduates. As one of the largest government-owned TAFEs, we offer 600+ courses across multiple campuses, including Chadstone, Moorabbin, Glen Waverley, Eildon, and Melbourne's CBD. Our hands-on learning approach is supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships, ensuring students gain the skills needed for successful careers. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment that encourages both staff and students to grow, innovate, and make a positive community impact.
The Opportunity:
The Le Cordon Bleu Department at Holmesglen offers a progressive and innovative teaching environment, with a strong industry partnership with the renowned International Culinary School, Le Cordon Bleu. The department delivers a range of programs from certificate to advanced diploma level qualifications, using state-of-the-art facilities, including demo and polyvalent commercial-grade kitchens and the fully functional Cilantro Restaurant at the Moorabbin campus. Nationally accredited programs across the department include hospitality, cookery, patisserie, and industry-leading short courses designed to provide students with hands-on experience and industry-relevant skills.
The Cook & Kitchen Education Support role is responsible for assisting in the efficient delivery of food production and catering services across breakfast and lunch service, short courses, and community events. Working collaboratively with the kitchen team, the role supports food preparation, cooking, presentation, and mise en place activities while maintaining high standards of hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness in accordance with Food Safety Victoria requirements. The position also assists with stock control, storage, equipment organisation, and provides support to teaching staff and students during practical kitchen activities, ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.
As Cook & Kitchen Education Support, you will:
To be successful, you’ll have:
Our commitment to you:
At Holmesglen Institute, we are committed to fostering a safe, supportive, and flexible workplace where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. We’ve implemented strong systems and ongoing support to ensure our staff can work and deliver in a safe and adaptable environment. Our team benefits from a range of wellbeing initiatives, access to the Employee Assistance Program, and opportunities for professional and career development. We also offer paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter with responses to the Key Selection Criteria. We commit to respond to every applicant.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Peter Crawford – Education Manager, Le Cordon Bleu at [email protected]
For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.
Applications for this position close on 11:59 pm Thursday 20th March 2026.
Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.
If you require specific support to apply for this position or have any application queries, please contact the People Experience Department at [email protected] or on 03 9564 1530 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.