This is a 12 month fixed term, part-time (0.46FTE) position commencing ASAP with possible extension and/or permanency
Merredin Residential College is situated on Caw Street, a short walk from Merredin College.
We strive to provide a safe, secure, caring and supportive environment where students can have privacy and room to grow, and importantly, where they can make lifelong friends, have fun and feel at home.
The Role
The successful applicant will oversee cleaning of the kitchen, utensils and equipment and clear waste to appropriate areas. You will ensure pantries, freezers, cool rooms and store rooms are cleaned whilst promptly reporting equipment and facilities faults. The successful applicant will manage staff whilst undertaking other related catering duties, as required.
As the Cook, you will manage high levels of quality control, storage and hygiene in accordance with occupational safety and health standards and requirements whilst managing catering for Residential College activities and clients, including, menu planning, food preparation, cooking, stock control, ordering goods and quality control.
Professional Benefits
We are located in Merredin and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include:
- 11.5% employer contributed superannuation, increasing to 12% by July 2025.
- 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 Caine Denyer, Manager, Merredin Residential College on 9041 7500 or Caine.Denyer@education.wa.edu.au
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 National Criminal History Check with the Department's Screening Unit.
- 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 of up to two (2) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position.
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: DOE928107
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 December 2024.
