Kitchenhand (26.5 hours per week)

ROCKHAMPTON GIRLS GRAMMAR SCHOOL - KITCHENHAND

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is one of the original eight Grammar Schools of Queensland. Opening in 1892, Girls Grammar has served and supported the education of girls and young women for over 130 years.

Rockhampton Girls Grammar School is a learning community founded on a commitment to 'Learning for Life'. Each member of our School family contributes to sustaining an environment in which individuals actively engage in their learning; where School values are embraced; where mutual and self-respect is paramount; where community and global citizenship is fostered and where excellence in every endeavour is sought and celebrated.

OUR CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY

At Rockhampton Girls Grammar School, we have an unwavering dedication to educate and nurture influential young women who contribute passionately and confidently to our diverse and ever-changing society.

OUR PURPOSE

Our purpose is to empower and inspire confidence in young women to create and embrace every opportunity.

OUR MISSION

Our mission is to foster a connected community that develops clever and confident young women.

OUR VALUES

Staff and students are expected to display the following behaviours that are at the core of our School:

• Connection- We foster meaningful relationships that create a strong, supportive community among students, staff, families, and alumni.
• Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of honesty, respect, and accountability, ensuring our actions align with our words.
• Confidence – We empower our students to believe in their abilities, embrace challenges, and lead with courage in all aspects of life.
• Curiosity - We inspire a lifelong love of learning, encouraging our students to ask questions, explore ideas, and seek solutions.
• Traditions – We honour the rich heritage of our school, embracing the values and practices that shape our unique identity.

OUR MOTTO

Non Scholae Sed Vitae - Not only for school but for life we are learning.

THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a Kitchenhand to commence January 2026.

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time - Term Time (with some hours required during school holiday periods)

Hours: 53 hours per fortnight

Tuesdays - 6.00am - 2.00pm

Thursdays - 6.00am - 2.00pm

Fridays am - 7.00pm

Saturdays - 3.00pm - 7.00pm

Applicants are encouraged to submit applications now.

Applicants must hold a Blue Card or have the ability to obtain one.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Kitchenhand works in a collaborative environment to provide services in our kitchen serving 400 to 500 people each day. In conjunction with the Cook and Chef/Kitchen Manager, the Kitchenhand is responsible for the cooking, preparation and delivery of nutritious meals to the students and staff at Rockhampton Girls Grammar School. As a Kitchenhand you must understand and follow the Food Safety Standards and policies determined by legislation and Rockhampton Girls Grammar School.

The Kitchenhand will be responsible of the cleanliness of their workspace and held to a high standard of care working in a fast-paced environment.

The Kitchenhand will also take on duties in food service in our Canteen where you will be required to prepare canteen items, set up, refill stock, clean and have money handling experience.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

The Kitchenhand's core accountabilities, under the direction and leadership of   the Facilities and Services Manager and Chef/Kitchen Manager, is to assist in the kitchen:

• maintaining high standards of food hygiene and health and safety;
• providing a full catering service to all students and staff at specified times;
• filling and refilling all self-serve dispensers including but not limited to, cordial dispensers, cereal dispensers and fruit bowls;
• preparing, producing, heating, cooking, baking and serving a variety of foods including soups, entrees, meats, vegetables, desserts, breads, salads, sandwiches, beverages, or other foods and beverages as specified by the menus and recipes;
• utilising kitchenware such as, but not limited to, knives, spatulas, whisks, tongs, spoons, and ladles;
• practising safe food handling according to the Food Safety Standards;
• assisting in the monitoring, reduction, and management of food waste;
• cleaning and sanitising pots, pans, and kitchen utensils as per cleaning schedule;
• performing daily, weekly, and monthly deep cleaning of the facility, service areas, and all kitchen equipment such as counters, tables, ovens, refrigerators, freezers, mixers and dining hall;
• disposing of waste according to the Food Safety Standards;
• receiving, labelling, and storing food and supplies according to produce and Food Safety Standards;
• assisting in taking inventory; and
• performing related duties as assigned.

The Kitchenhands core responsibilities in the Canteen include:

• money handling  by way of operating the cash register and processing cash and EFTPOS sales;
• reconciling end of day takings;
• serving students and staff;
• re-stocking food items and communicating with the Chef of items low in stock that need to be ordered to ensure the canteen is adequately stocked at all times;
• maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the canteen;
• reporting equipment failure, maintenance requirements or Workplace Health and Safety issues;
• assisting in the preparation of food to be sold through the canteen; and
• performing any other reasonable duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES

• Promote the interests of Rockhampton Girls Grammar School
• Serve the School diligently and faithfully
• Attend scheduled events and staff meetings
• Attend professional development as required

QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE

• Experience in kitchen and money handling procedures, preferably within a school environment.
• Sound knowledge of the Food Safety Standards.
• Awareness of school structure, rules and procedures of both the day School and boarding house.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, chemical usage and Workplace Health and Safety.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Promote Rockhampton Girls Grammar School inside and outside the school community.

The successful application is required to:

• hold or ability to obtain a Food Safe Handling Certificate.
• possess a current Blue Card from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian.

All applicants will be subject to Rockhampton Girls Grammar School legislative screening procedures and will be required to authorise such checks and provide identification. These checks are consistent with Rockhampton Girls Grammar's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Superannuation benefits
• Salary Sacrifice/Novated Lease options available

APPLICATION INFORMATION

To be considered for the Kitchenhand position please submit a copy of your Cover Letter and Resume via Seek in PDF format.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Rockhampton Girls Grammar School reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For further information contact the Human Resource Officer on