Canteen Cook

Canteen Cook -  (32.5 hours per week) position available at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Darwin

St Mary’s Primary School is situated in the heart of Darwin City and has an approximate enrolment of 200 students. We are a Catholic community of life-long learners empowered by Gospel values to shape and enrich our world. Our school community endeavours to nurture and educate each individual intellectually, physically, emotionally and spiritually.

We are seeking a Canteen Cook to work in the provision of efficient and effective day to day food service for our Primary School, Early Learning Centre and OSHC programs. You will be required to:

• Maintain a clean, hygienic workspace in line with WHS requirements
• Able to work independently & as part of a team
• Work with staff, parents and children to develop and modify menus
• Work to a budget
• Be competent in food preparation & adapt to changes in recipes, menu & methods of food preparation
• Be an effective communicator & team focused
• Be able to liaise with all levels of the St Mary's community, students, staff & volunteers

Role description available on request.

The criteria outlined above, should be addressed within the letter of application section of the application form.

To be successful in these role you will:

• have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education;
• hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice OCHRE Card prior to commencement; and
• be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.

This position involves working with children.  The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with the law.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

 Visit our school website  http://www.stmarys.nt.catholic.edu.au

Estimated Start Date:  6th May, 2023

Position Tenure:   1 year, with possibility of extension.

Total Paid Hours (per week) & Days Required:  32.5 hours/ 5 days per week (with flexibility