Canteen Manager

Moomba Park Primary School is situated in the suburb of Fawkner and has a proud history of serving the local community since 1961. Our vision is to empower resilient, creative, and successful young people who strive for personal excellence and positively contribute to the world. We provide an inclusive, supportive, and engaging learning environment for our school community in which students are inspired to become resilient lifelong learners. Our school values are Respect, Resilience, Caring and Support, Learning and Positive Attitude and our School Motto is 'Our Best Always'. At Moomba Park we are fortunate to have an extremely positive parent community who work in partnership with the school to support student learning. The school community is truly diverse. Families come from many cultures and varying socio-economic backgrounds. This blend is one of our greatest assets. In 2022, there were 234 students enrolled.

As a community, we continuously work together to improve the learning of all students by targeting the diverse academic and social needs. The school improvement strategy continues to emphasize improving learning standards of all students through explicit instruction, activity-based learning, investigation, and inquiry. As a school with a growing student population, Moomba Park offers a range of specialist subjects that support the core classroom curriculum. The school offers an extended transition program called Steps to Prep to support the smooth transition of Kinder students into Prep. To support the language development and learning behaviours of our P-2 students, the school offers an evidenced based curriculum called Investigations. Our weekly specialist lessons include Physical Education, Music, and Art/Italian (Content Language Integrated Learning) and STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths. We also offer a comprehensive, onsite swimming program and camp program. Digital Technologies are used in all classrooms and integrated across all subjects through the use of Notebook computers and IPads. 

The school has an equivalent of 15.8 full time Teachers, 2 Principal Class staff, 2 Learning Specialists (P-2 & 3-6) 1 Leading teacher (STEAM/Digital Technologies), 5 Education Support Staff and 2 Office Administration Staff. Teachers work collaboratively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to plan targeted instruction within the Victorian Curriculum context. The PLCs are Prep- Year 2, Grade 3-6, and Specialists. This facilitates developmental teaching and learning growth. Professional Learning Communities use the Framework for Improving Student Outcomes' inquiry cycle and data for continuous school improvement. 

The school buildings grounds include newly furnished and spacious classrooms, various teaching and learning spaces, library, music room, art room, large hall, heated indoor pool, large oval, garden spaces, basketball/netball courts, extensive playground-covered by shade sails and a school canteen. We are fortunate to have an active Parents Group that meet regularly to organise and support school events.

SC1  Demonstrated capacity to perform duties consistent with established guidelines and frameworks, including coordinating and supporting others in respect to specific work functions relevant to the role.

SC2  Demonstrated capacity to work and collaborate with others in a team environment.

SC3  Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively in a team environment, including high level oral and written communication skills.

SC4  Possess the technical knowledge(cooking ability), skills and expertise relevant to the position, including Menu ideas/suggestions.

SC5  Demonstrated capacity to provide advice and support to management and other school staff in respect to the work area.

SC6  A commitment to professional learning and growth for both self and others.

Onsite attendance Monday & Friday 10.30am - 2.30pm

An education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).

A role at this range may include:

• Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the co-ordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.
• Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.
• Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. The role is for a specific purpose, for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction.
• Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are clear guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples.

An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.

The responsibilities of this position will be:

• ·      · Ensure a very high standard of hygiene and cleanliness in the canteen through an appropriate regime of daily and other regular cleaning.

·     Ensure the health, safety and welfare of all canteen staff and volunteers (including self).

·     Ensure correct food handling and hygiene practices.

·     Ensure the safe operation of all kitchen equipment and appliances.

·     Ensure adherence to safe manual handling techniques.

·     Undertake regular formal health and safety audits and canteen risk assessments.

·     Immediately report health and safety hazards, incidents, and accidents as well as maintenance issues in accordance with school protocols (online reporting system).

·     Attend to daily security matters in the canteen including locking of doors and windows, securing cash, restricting entry and access, and switching off equipment and appliances.

·     Facilitate an industrious, harmonious, and enjoyable working environment for all canteen staff and volunteers.

·     Immediately report inappropriate student behaviour for teaching staff follow up and rectification.

·     Ensure that the operation of the canteen is in line with the values of our school.

·     Maintain and update all records pertaining to State and Federal safety legislation and school OH&S processes.

·     Knowledge and application of CSC and DET OH&S requirements, WorkSafe legislation, Laboratory Safety Rules, and risk management processes.

·     Implement food safety procedures and processes to ensure that correct food handling and hygiene practices are used to prevent food spoilage, contamination, and illness.

·     Plan, organise, monitor, and lead all aspects of the daily operation of the canteen.

·     Provide leadership, supervision, and training to volunteers to ensure the delivery of an efficient, quality, and affordable food service.

·     In collaboration with the Business Manager, monitor and review food product sale prices with a view to achieving an appropriate balance between sales volume, profit margin and value for money without compromising quality.

·     In collaboration with the Business Manager, actively participate in the annual budget process including identifying capital requirements.

·     Negotiate with local suppliers to source quality ingredients and products at highly competitive prices.

·     Monitor and maintain stock at optimal levels and undertake regular stock takes.

·     Actively monitor the school calendar, weekly and daily bulletins in order to predict and plan for daily demand in order to satisfy customer needs and minimise wastage.

·     Order supplies as required and check deliveries against invoices and delivery dockets.

·     Count, reconcile and record the daily takings in accordance with internal procedures.

·     Create, maintain, and enforce a roster of canteen volunteers in line with workplace health and safety requirements.

·     Adhere to school sign in and sign out procedures.

·     Attend to and supervise the preparation, cooking, and delivery of a variety of quality, nutritious, consistent, and well-presented food for sale.

·     Design, implement, promote, monitor, and review an appealing daily and weekly menu and product offerings to maximise sales without compromising food quality.

·     Analyse and understand student purchasing habits and tastes to develop and implement appropriate menu strategies and product offerings.

·     Minimise wastage through the adoption of good food preparation and food handling techniques.

·     Demonstrate an understanding of dietary requirements specific to allergies and/or religious practices.

·     Other duties as determined by the principal and or Business Manager.

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via *******@education.vic.gov.au

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Onsite attendance Monday & Friday 10.30am to 2.30pm

Successful application must undertake a National Police Check and Working With Childrens Check

• Canteen Manager is School Council Employee, Education Support Role, employed Casually.
• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx