Grill Cook/Kitchen Hand

West Moreton Anglican College (WestMAC) is a dynamic Prep to Year 12 co-educational Anglican school that promotes a balanced schooling experience. Our innovative teachers challenge students to engage actively in their own learning; become critical, creative and entrepreneurial thinkers; and to develop emotionally, socially and spiritually. The College offers diverse opportunities to inspire students to uncover their individual potential. 

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, customer-focused and dedicated Grill Cook/Kitchen Hand to join our great team.

This is a term time, permanent, part-time role (approx. 21 hours, 3 days p/w from 7.30am to 2.30pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays) to commence ASAP.  

The team, led by our Chef Manager, is responsible for the preparation and the provision of fresh, contemporary, and nutritious meals and beverages for staff and students. You will work in modern and new facilities which are well resourced.

This is a fabulous opportunity to execute hospitality skills within an incredible community!

Key responsibilities include:

• Prepare a balanced range of nutritional food for breakfast, morning tea and lunch for students and staff within the college, while maintaining a high standard of hygiene in the food preparation, presentation and serving customers.
• Assist the Chef Manager in the smooth day to day operations of the Tuckshop.
• Monitor stock & identify stock requirements and rotations.
• Oversee cash handling and related processes.
• Preparation and distribution of online orders 
• Daily cleaning/tidying of the Tuckshop area.
• Support special event days and other catered school functions as required.
• Observe Workplace Health and Safety Practices to ensure that the tuckshop and equipment is operated and maintained in a safe and hygienic manner and in accordance with the standards outlined by health controlling authorities within relevant legislation and regulation.
• Participate in regular stocktake, recording and reporting processes.
• Maintain our 5-star food handling licence ensuring food storage and handling is appropriate, hygienic and in accordance with the standards outlined by health controlling authorities within relevant legislation and regulations.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Demonstrated experience or ability to quickly acquire understanding of catering for a school or similar (high volume, bulk cookery experience is highly regarded).
• Skills and experience in food preparation, handling cash flow, and advanced knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, and as a team member. 
• A commitment to genuine, friendly customer service
• A professional, motivated, enthusiastic, and positive ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Reliability and capacity to work flexible hours and duties.
• Ability to work and organise in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Sound Microsoft Office computer skills.
• Certificate II or III in Commercial Cookery and/or Certificate in Food Safety Supervisor.
• Possess current Working with Children Blue Card or the ability to obtain.

West Moreton Anglican College is committed to providing an environment where children and young people receive the highest standard of care, where their rights are supported, and they have the opportunity to thrive and be fruitful. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to adhere to the College’s policies and procedures relevant to student care and protection.

We offer the opportunity to work with a great College community on a naturally beautiful rural 38-hectare campus (free parking!) conducive to improved staff and student wellbeing and life-long learning.  There are a range of employee benefits available, including options to salary sacrifice, a gym and well stocked tuck-shop on site, EAP, and many more.

Please visit our website for more information about the College.

Please apply through SEEK, and ensure your application contains a cover letter and your CV. 

Applicants seeking more information about the position should contact the Human Resources Advisor, Matthew Graham, via email *******@wmac.com.au

West Moreton Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer and values an inclusive and diverse workforce.