Canteen Supervisor

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS879279

This is a permanent full-time position commencing as soon as possible.

Hedland Senior High School (SHS) is seeking an enthusiastic, efficient, and organised Canteen Supervisor to join our friendly school.

As Canteen Supervisor, the successful applicant will manage the operations of the canteen, taking student needs into consideration in providing a high level of customer service. The successful applicant will assist the Principal and Manager Corporate Services in the development of an Operational Plan for the Canteen.

The successful applicant will ideally possess strong time management skills, the ability to work under pressure, and experience in cash handling, food preparation and hygiene within the Western Australian Schools Canteen Association Traffic Light System. You should have experience in stock control, ordering and logistics. You should also have the ability to build positive relationships and liaise with staff, students, community members, and suppliers in a positive, welcoming manner.

This selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy. Applicants assessed as suitable during this selection process may be considered for other similar vacancies that occur throughout our school for up to 12 months following this initial appointment. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position. 

To be suitable for this role, you will need to demonstrate the following work-related requirements (selection criteria):

• Knowledge of food hygiene practices and relevant Occupational Safety and Health Regulations.
• Skills and experience in the management of a school/college canteen, commercial or similar service environment.
• Skills and experience in coordinating and supervising staff.
• Well-developed organisational skills and the ability to plan and deliver a high standard of food delivery practice.
• Well-developed written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external clients

Applications will be assessed against these work related (selection criteria) of the position. The business needs of the school may also be considered. It is therefore recommended that you consider all information contained in the advertisement and any other related information before applying for the vacancy.

The Department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Further information about Hedland Senior High School can be found by visiting www.hedlandshs.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

Additional information about Independent Public Schools is also available here

For further job related information:

You are encouraged to contact Polly Harcourt, Human Resource Officer, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Hedland, by telephoning (08) 9881 93***or emailing **************@education.wa.edu.au

Application Instructions

All applications are submitted online. Select “Apply for Job”, at either the top or bottom of this screen and follow the instructions on your screen.

Your application should include:

• A three (3) page statement addressing the Work Related Requirements (selection criteria), in context of the role and business needs of the school
• A CV of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• The contact details for two (2) work related referees who can attest to the claims made in your written application, preferably one being your current line manager.

It is recommended you have these documents completed and ready to attach before selecting “Apply for Job”.

You are asked to complete an online application form and attach your documentation, please allow enough time to complete this process as applications cannot be accepted after the closing date and time.

After you have submitted your application online, you will receive an email confirming lodgement. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please telephone (08) 9264 4***.

If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please telephone (08) 9264 86***for assistance.

Eligibility and training requirements

Employees will be required to:

• provide evidence of eligibility to work in Australia for the term of the vacancy;
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit prior to commencement of employment;
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check;
• complete the Department’s induction program within three months of commencement;
• complete the Department’s training in Accountable and Ethical Decision-Making within six months of appointment and every three years thereafter;
• complete the Department’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural awareness online course within 3 months of commencement;
• complete any training specific to this role required by Departmental policy.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications must be submitted before 4.30pm (WST) on Tuesday, 4 June 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.

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