Kitchen Hand / Cook At Pambula Beach Flexible Learning Centre

ABOUT US:

Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) Flexible Schools Ltd educates over 2,200 young people in 22 Flexible Learning Schools (12 based in Queensland and 10 other schools across Australia) and serves young people who experience complex educational, social or psychological situations which demand unique responses. They enable young people to engage in education in a supported learning environment through a methodology based on trauma informed practice, in which the principles of operation (Honesty, Respect, Participation, Safe & Legal) are embedded.

As a part of the broader EREA family, the organisation is shaped by the four touchstones of the EREA Charter: Gospel Spirituality, Inclusive Community, Liberating Education, and Justice and Solidarity.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Pambula Beach Flexible Learning Centre are seeking a Kitchen Hand / Cook to join the team to efficiently coordinate the running of the kitchen in order to provide healthy meals to the young people and support them with developing knowledge and skills to live independently.

This position is Continuing, Part Time during Term Time (26.5 hours per week).

The Kitchen Hand / Cook's duties include but are not limited to:

• Prepare and serve breakfast, morning tea and lunch to the school community of 40 people.
• Ensure the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen through time management and strong organisational skills.
• Maintain the kitchen through hygienic practices.
• Assist young people to participate with food preparation.
• Assist staff with the preparation of food and other requirements for Outdoor Education.
• Provision of hospitality/meals for special events.
• Awareness and management of Young People with food allergies or dietary requirements.
• Ensure the purchasing/ordering of ingredients and stock is in line with allocated budget.
• Keep accurate records and receipts of purchases to assist in the schools financial reporting.

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KEY ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE:

• Understanding of and commitment to the values of a Catholic educational system of schools in the Edmund Rice tradition.
• Hold a Food Handler Certificate and Food Safety Supervisors Certificate (or be willing to obtain in the first month of employment.
• Certificate level qualifications in the hospitality industry (Chef or Cook desirable).
• Previous experience in meal planning and catering for large groups.
• Current and positive NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to follow direction as well as work independently and take initiative.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Our people are our most valuable asset in providing quality Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition to the young people in our schools. As an EREA Flexible Schools Ltd employee, you will receive:

• Competitive salary structure
• As an employee of a PBI (Public Benevolent Institution) you will have the opportunity to salary sacrifice and increase your take-home pay
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Connection to a national and global network of Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply for a position, please complete the application form below.

Applications must include:

1. A current resume including evidence of required qualifications
2. A cover letter responding to each of the key selections criteria below:
   
1. Experience or demonstrated ability to cater basic meals for up to 40 people
2. Experience or demonstrated ability to work with young people
3. Experience or demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Nicole Mitchell, Senior Network Administrator, at 0427 455 ***, or, by email at ***************@ereafsn.edu.au.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 5:00pm (AEDT) WEDNESDAY
27 MARCH 2024

The successful applicant must possess (or be eligible to obtain) and maintain a current Working With Children Check.

All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with EREA’s commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

Edmund Rice Education Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Edmund Rice Education Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.