Apprentice Pastry Chef

Job DetailsJob Title: Apprentice Pastry ChefEmployment Type: Non-Ongoing (specified task)Classification: Parliamentary Service Level 2Closing Date: 11:30pm AEDT, Thursday 11 April 2024Contact: David Learmonth, (02) 6277 3910, david.learmonth@aph.gov.auThe OpportunityWe currently have a unique opportunity for an Apprentice Pastry Chef to kickstart their career in our dynamic Catering team, working within one of the nation's most iconic buildings - Australian Parliament House.We are looking for energetic, positive people who are passionate about food and thrive working in a team environment.The Department of Parliamentary Services (DPS) supports Australia's Parliament and parliamentarians with innovative, unified and client focused services. We are the proud custodians of Australian Parliament House - the working symbol of Australian democracy and an iconic destination for citizens and international visitors. It is a place where more than 3,500 people work on sitting days, and which nearly a million people visit each year.The APH Catering and Events Team is responsible for delivering high quality food and beverage services to building occupants and visitors, with a focus on goods that showcase products of the local region and position APH as a destination of choice.Throughout your apprenticeship you will be exposed to services delivered through multiple kitchens and retail outlets that include function catering, a la carte, bistro and cafés (both public-facing and within private areas).In addition, you will experience and learn various culinary applications and work processes that relate to providing a high level of catering service through an in-house delivery model that adheres to workplace health and safety as well as food safety standards according to HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) regulationsWho we are looking forWe are looking for highly motivated individuals who have a willingness to learn new skills and work in a collaborative manner across the department. Our ideal applicant will possess:

• A genuine passion for the food and hospitality sector
• Be keen to learn and develop your skills as an apprentice
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• An ability to work within a team environment and to take instruction
• Demonstrated focus on providing excellent customer service
• Possess organisational and time management skills

The department strongly supports workplace diversity and encourages applications from school leavers, mature-age people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.Job Specific Requirements:

• Willingness to undertake and complete a Certificate III in Patisserie with a certified registered training organisation (RTO)
• A pre-employment health assessment will be required due to the physical requirements for the role.
• The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (Protected/Restricted) security clearance.

At DPS, we acknowledge the value diversity brings. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that ensures all our people can contribute to our shared purpose. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature age people, people from diverse backgrounds and people with disability.Duty StatementClassification: Parliamentary Service Level 2
Branch: Commercial Operations Branch
Section: APH Catering
Immediate supervisor: Executive ChefUnder limited/general direction undertake duties in accordance with the agreed standards for Parliamentary Service Level 2. The duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• As a member of the APH Catering and Events Team, assist with the delivery of food, beverage and catering services at APH through an in-house service delivery model that provides a high standard of food and service across all outlets to a wide range of stakeholders including building occupants, other parliamentary departments, vendors, function organisers and the general public.
• Provide high quality service in the preparation and production within the kitchen operation to meet appropriate standards by the application of specialist catering knowledge and techniques to meet the requirements of customers.
• Build and maintain a contemporary knowledge of food industry trends, with the intent to recommend/implement improvements to develop all aspects of current food production, presentation, and service.
• Participate and contribute to the Service First Culture as a motivated team player who is respectful and ethical.
• Establish and meet deadlines by planning and prioritising work to ensure timely service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant WHS and food safety standards (HACCP).
• Other duties as required.

Employees of DPS are required to be able, and to be seen to be able, to provide professional advice and services to all Senators and Members without favour or prejudice.How to applyApplicants must upload their resume and response to the following four questions, noting that each answer has a word limit of 200 words:

• Why are you interested in the Pastry Chef apprenticeship, and what skills and capabilities can you bring to the role?
• Provide an example of when you have had to work in a team. What elements of the team environment did you most enjoy? Did you encounter any difficulties and how did you overcome them?
• Describe a situation where you had to solve a difficult problem and show initiative. What actions did you take and what was the outcome?

Our purpose and valuesWe proudly provide innovative, unified, and client-focused services to the Australian Parliament and parliamentarians. We are a values driven department, placing our values at the heart of everything we do; from our service offerings and decision making to our interactions with stakeholders and each other.Our people are employed in a broad and unique range of professional, customer service and trade-based roles, all joined by a shared purpose: to make an enduring contribution to Australia's parliamentary democracy. We have an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. While we come from all walks of life, we share a commitment to care for and protect our iconic workplace.Every year, almost one million people visit Australian Parliament House to experience the parliamentary process, the building's architecture, nationally significant art collections, events, tours, and food and dining experiences - all made possible by our people, who are active participants in an environment where no two days are the same.What we can offerJoin our community based on innovative, unified, and client-focused services, where your skills and development will be nurtured. You will also enjoy:

• access to flexible work arrangements
• ongoing opportunities to learn and develop new capabilities
• a competitive remuneration package
• free secure underground parking
• free gym membership and access to recreational facilities
• on-site childcare, banking services, post office, value-for-money dining options and more.

SalaryCurrently, the salary range for this position is $59,041 - $73,265 per annum.Conditions of EmploymentEmployment opportunities at Department of Parliamentary Services are subject to a range of conditions prescribed in the Parliamentary Service Act 1999 which include:

• Australian citizenship - to be eligible for employment with DPS, applicants must be an Australian Citizen.

• Security clearance and character clearance - the preferred applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the level specified, as well as complete and be deemed suitable through a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

• Health assessment - a pre-employment health assessment may be required where there are physical or medical requirements for the role.