First Cook

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS896761

This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 3, 2024

WA College of Agriculture – Denmark (WACOA - Denmark) has an opportunity for a suitable First Cook to extend their skills in a high volume environment.

To be successful in this role, the First Cook will ideally work well in a team environment to prepare a large volume of meals on a daily basis (in excess of 500 covers per day) and occasional event catering. The ability to work unsupervised and good planning and coordinating skills to ensure adequate preparation of meals will be highly regarded. The kitchen staff have set work hours, and the kitchen roster rotates so that staff work up to 10 days per fortnight.

WACOA – Denmark is a 560-hectare working farm and educational facility for Year 10 to 12 students offering a wide variety of studies and industry training with an agricultural focus. We attract students from all over the state from a wide variety of backgrounds and have a capacity of around 150 students of which 95 are residential students.

While the majority of our students board in the College's residential facility, there are a number of day students, and a bus service is provided to and from Albany. Our prime location is both a strength and motivation for us to continue to deliver outstanding outcomes for our students and develop strong partnerships with the community, to ensure our long-term future.

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):

• Experience in a commercial cooking environment and ability to prepare meals for approximately 100 people on a daily basis.
• Ability to instruct and supervise catering staff.
• Experience in the ordering or requisitioning of food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise tasks to meet timelines.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to liaise with individuals at all levels and work cooperatively in a team environment.

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 WA College Of Agriculture - Denmark can be found by visiting www.denmarkag.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 John Overton, Residential Manager, for further information about this employment opportunity, including information about living and working in Denmark, by telephoning (08) 9848 02***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 five (5) 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 Monday, 10 June 2024

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE

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

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