Food & Catering Services Coordinator

FOOD & CATERING SERVICES COORDINATOR

Caloundra Christian College is a Pre-Kindy to Year 12 independent Christian school on the Sunshine Coast. We are on an exciting journey of growth, change, and innovation which will see us connecting our College ethos and values with a bold, student-centred future; one which epitomises our core belief, that each child is unique and created in God’s image to succeed and live a life of purpose and fulfilment, and our core mission, to see our students and staff flourish.

Caloundra Christian College invites applications for a Food and Catering Services Coordinator.  The Coordinator is required to support and service CalCC in providing healthy and nutritious food and drink to the Early Learning Centre (ELC), College students and staff, and College events and/or functions.

The role is 5 days per week/36 hours per week and includes 4 weeks annual leave per year.

Your role will be to

• liaise with internal clients and external suppliers regarding catering requirements
• plan, organise and monitor the day-to-day food and catering operations at CalCC, including but not limited to the rostering of staff, volunteers, menu planning, daily record-keeping, ordering, preparation and cooking of food and opening/closing tuckshop
• prepare food in accordance with agreed menus and timeframes. Implement a system to support events and function bookings ensuring appropriate staff/volunteers are engaged to fulfil orders
• develop, implement and manage procedures to deliver the food service to ELC and/or functions and events in accordance with food licensing standards along with a clear understanding of allergen procedures;
• order, purchase and check all supplies against invoices/delivery dockets and approve for payment
• ensure the health, safety and welfare of others working the catering and food services including undertaking a risk assessment of hazards and activities according to WH&S
• daily clean food and preparation areas (dusting of shelves and stock, wiping benches, cleaning equipment and fixtures, floors) in accordance with cleaning procedures set out in the food safety plan
• have a solid understanding and awareness of Food Allergies and how to maintain allergen clean procedures in the kitchen

Applicants must:

• be able to demonstrate a Christian commitment consistent with the College’s Ethos,
• be a practising Christian who is active in their own church and whole-heartedly subscribe to the Statement of Faith.
• have or be willing to obtain a ‘Working with Children Blue Card’ prior to commencement
• have current first aid certificate with CPR or willing to obtain
• build positive relationships with children and families
• have phenomenal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• have a friendly and energetic demeanour
• have qualifications or extensive experience in the hospitality industry, involving food preparation along with a sound knowledge of allergens and associated procedures;
• be eligible to work in Australia.

This role is part of the administration and services team and is responsible to the Principal through the Business Manager. 

Apply online at: https://www.calcc.qld.edu.au/contact-us/employment/

Applications received through Seek will not be considered. Applications MUST be submitted via our website. 

Applications will close 19 April  2024.  Due to the timeframe, our interview selection process will commence upon receipt of applications.

Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

Application Form

Position Description : please request via email from :                                                                                                             **********@calcc.qld.edu.au