This is a permanent full-time position commencing Term 4, 2024
WA College Of Agriculture – Morawa (The College) is seeking an innovative and enthusiastic Chef to join their team.
The modern residential campus houses up to 72 male and female students. Set in pleasant grounds close to the farm and within easy walking distance from shops and facilities, the Residence is fully air conditioned and provides a friendly ‘home away from home’ environment. The College farm provides opportunities for students to develop skills and knowledge in pork production, sheep meat and wool production, grain production, pasture management and general property management and maintenance.
From Perth, Morawa is due north 360 Kilometres, approximately three and half hours. From Geraldton, Morawa is east southeast approximately 180km. From the coastal town of Dongara, Morawa is 114kms east.
Find out more about our school by visiting morawaag.wa.edu.au or Schools Online
The Role
The successful applicant will ideally be a team player and possess strong organisational skills utilised to manage catering for the College boarding facility. You must hold a trade qualification in cooking or equivalent. This position is full time with weekend work being part of the roster. You will also be responsible for managing high levels of quality control, storage and hygiene in accordance with occupational health and safety standards.
The Chef will manage the economical and efficient coordination of the kitchen which prepares and serves meals to boarding and day students, seven days per week. The successful applicant is expected to establish comprehensive menus in an engaging format. You will also be expected to plan a variety of menu items to eliminate weekly repetitive recipes and to create exciting and engaging dinners the students will eat on town shop days.
As the successful applicant, part of your responsibility is to evaluate the quality of catering and food services provided on a regular basis to enhance quality outcomes and customer service. You will also be required to cater for special occasions and functions such as picnics, BBQs, and Theme Nights.
We are committed to providing nutritious, comforting home cooking, fun and enjoyable meal experiences with a continuous improvement approach for our students.
Want to know more?
Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Joe Asselin, Residential Hostel Manager on (08) 9971 1237 or joseph.asselin@education.wa.edu.au
Equity and Diversity
We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
- obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
- consent to a National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).
Application Instructions
Apply online in two easy steps:
Step 1: Select Apply for Job
Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.
Step 2: Attach your documents
Your application should include:
- A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
- A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
- Demonstrated experience in a commercial cooking environment and ability to organise and prepare meals for approximately 100 people on a daily basis.
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills including the ability to train and supervise catering staff.
- Demonstrated experience in stock control, including budgeting and purchasing of food and kitchen supplies.
- Demonstrated organisational skills with the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment and prioritise tasks to meet conflicting timelines.
- Demonstrated well developed interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to effectively liaise with individuals at all levels.
It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.
Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.
For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.
Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS927945
Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.
The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.
Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Monday, 25 November 2024
