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External Vacancy – Open to Everyone
Community & Aboriginal Partnerships
Kurlana Tapa Youth Justice Centre (Cavan)
54,227.25-54,806.30
GSE2
Casual
18 Mar 2024
- Client-focused role
- Diverse and inclusive culture
- Exciting opportunity to work within the SA Government Public Sector
• Assisting with the provision of a high quality, efficient and effective catering service into the Youth Training Centre.
• Maintaining an appropriate level of security in a custodial environment.
Key outcomes and accountabilities:
1. Contribute to the preparation, plating and packaging of food and meals, whilst taking into consideration dietary requirements and assisting with the preparation of special dietary meals.
2. Follow standard recipes and procedures when cooking, heating or chilling foods, and apply appropriate methods of food preparation to maintain a high-quality product.
3. Assist with the preparation of food for special functions.
4. Work in accordance with unit objectives and procedures which may include residents participating in the preparation and serving of meals.
5. Adhere to safe food handling and hygiene policies and practices and participate in quality assurance programs to ensure the work area and equipment is maintained and clean.
6. Participate in relevant training and development activities and comply with all Training Centre security procedures.
7. Perform work in a safe manner while adhering to all Training Centre WHS and security procedures. This includes understanding and following safety initiatives, identifying hazards and contributing to a safe working environment, as well as following procedures to manage and minimise risks within the Department.
Note: Any other responsibilities in line with the classification level of the role as assigned by Line Manager and/or the Department. The responsibilities as specified above may be altered in accordance with the changing requirements of the role.
Employment-related Screening Check required.
Some out of hours work may be required.
Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.
Must hold a current Australian issued driver’s licence (equivalent to minimum class C).
Role Status: Term up to 04/04/2025. Casual & Full Time Contracts available.
An appropriate Trade cooking qualification or equivalent is desirable.
Attachments:
Role Description - Assistant Cook - GSE2.pdf
Community and Family Services supports vulnerable people and families to participate in social and economic life and build stronger communities. This division comprises three key areas:
Safer Family Services (SFS) provides a wide range of intensive family support services to children, young people and families experiencing a high risk of statutory intervention from the child protection or youth justice systems. Services also include family support, community development and parenting and youth programs.
The Office for Women works across government and the community towards achieving gender equity and positive change for women in South Australia by developing policy and advising on issues affecting women to improve their safety, wellbeing and economic security. The office also oversees the Women’s Information Service to support women over the phone, online and in person, as well as regional safety hubs across the state.
Communities and Justice works towards building community safety and wellbeing by providing support and services to children, young people and families in the youth justice system, building the capacity of communities through community development projects and working in partnership with the community services sector to respond to people with complex and exceptional needs.
Enquiries to Angela Ricciotti
81691444
DHS is committed to making our services and workplaces safe and inclusive for all people and ensuring the full diversity of the communities we serve are represented in our workforce, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability and/or neurodivergence, young people, older people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse people.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with this process, please contact us at **************@sa.gov.au and a member of the team will get back to you.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working, including part time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements for this role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We also celebrate the many strengths and skills people with disability and/or neurodivergent people bring to our workplace and acknowledge our role in ensuring a supportive work environment for people with disability and/or neurodivergent people to thrive in.
Resume and Cover Letter
You are required to submit a cover letter, up to a maximum of two pages, addressing how your skills and experience align with the role specific capabilities and attach your current resume via the online application form. For more information about applying, refer to our Job Application Guide
Screening Checks
If you are new to the department and are invited to an interview, you will be required to produce a National Police Check, which has been issued within six months of your application for the role. National Police Checks can be applied for via the South Australia Police or through an Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission accredited body.
If the role you are applying for also requires an Employment-related Screening Check, you will be required to undergo such assessment as is advised by DHS, including periodic assessment during your employment.
