This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP

Broome Camp School is located on the spectacular Cable Beach. We have lush tropical gardens with lots of lawn space for students to enjoy. There are many educational opportunities for students to enjoy which will benefit them greatly.

The Role

The successful applicant will maintain a high level of quality control, storage and hygiene in accordance with occupational safety and health standards and requirements. The role includes assisting the Qualified Cook in catering for the Camp School activities and clients including:

• Menu planning
• Food preparation
• Cooking
• Stock control
• Ordering goods
• Quality control

In addition, the successful applicant will assist in cleaning the kitchen, utensils and equipment and disposes of waste materials to appropriate areas. This includes maintaining organised and clean pantries, freezers, cool rooms and storerooms.  The role also involves promptly reporting equipment and facilities faults as well as supervising Kitchen Hands.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in Broome and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include: 

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments) 

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 Tom Wood, Manager on 0438 926 319 or by emailing Tom.Wood@education.wa.edu.au

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at centralservices.recruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period. 

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces 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.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.
• obtain or hold a current Working with Children Check

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and 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 outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

1. Experience in a commercial cooking environment and demonstrated ability to assist in the preparation of meals for large groups.
2. Demonstrated organisational skills, including the ability to plan menus and calculate quantities.
3. Demonstrated ability to recognise and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets, equipment operating instructions and safety instructions.
4. Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to supervise staff and work cooperatively in a team environment.

Please note that the panel will not assess information beyond the page limits outlined above, or additional attachments. 

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: DOE1071095

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 9 November 2026