AddressAdvertised Vacancy Number: SS/SS899879
This is a permanent part-time (0.8FTE) position commencing Term 3, 2024
Please be advised that as of 2:20pm Friday, 14 June 2024, there has been an amendment to the FTE.
Derby District High School (DHS) is seeking a Canteen Supervisor to join their team.
About the Role
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.
The successful applicant will plan, monitor, and review all food delivery, preparation and serving processes using relevant food safety principles and implement improvements as required. As the Canteen Supervisor, you will provide a safe working environment, and create an environment that supports a positive and innovative organisational culture. Working with key staff members at Derby DHS, you will ideally be able to provide students with a healthy, well-balanced canteen menu and service whilst ensuring the financial viability of 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.
The school canteen is open during school terms, and a period of unpaid stand down applies during school vacations. Accrued days off and annual leave (including additional purchased leave) may also be paid during school vacations.
Our School
Derby DHS is located in Derby which is situated at the southern end of King Sound in the Kimberley region of Western Australian. Derby is 220 km east of Broome by road and is 2463 km north of Perth. It was the first town settled in the Kimberley. Derby is well supported with a range of government infrastructures. Its location near the King Sound and a number of rivers provides for many boating and fishing recreational activities - but not swimming!
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 requirements (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 Derby District High School can be found by visiting Schools Online or
For further job related information
You are encouraged to contact Kellie Randall, MCS, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Derby, by telephoning (08) 9193 30***or emailing **************@education.wa.edu.au
During the school holiday period, please contact Kellie Randall on 0439 925 ***.
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 two to three (2-3) 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 three (3) 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 Friday, 5 July 2024
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE
PROFORMA, FAXED, HAND DELIVERED, POSTED, EMAILED AND LATE APPLICATIONS
ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
