Eoi - Canteen Assistant - Pumicestone State School

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About Pumicestone State School
Our school is a unique and caring institution pursuing the goal of lifelong learning. In addition to the key learning areas, we learn about teamwork and cooperation, responsibilities and shared rules, and enjoying each other's company. We work together to make our school a vibrant, productive and safe place to grow.
About the Role
As part of our Canteen team your duties will include (but not be limited to):

- Preparation of food according to our healthy food philosophy;
- Following Green food choices to maintain our 5 Star rating;
- Cooking in large quantities;
- Compilation and organization of online Canteen orders;
- Stock rotation and maintenance;
- Cleaning and maintenance of the kitchen to a high standard;
- Assist in the supervision and liaising with parent volunteers;
- Customer service and engaging with the students;
- Provide quality canteen and catering customer service including food production and food preparation duties, counter service, clearing tables and cleaning duties;
- Provide a clean, hygienic environment for the preparation, storage and safe handling of food;
- Follow procedure regarding food preparation and adhere to daily menu plans;
- Ensure that malfunctioning equipment is reported to the Canteen Supervisor in a prompt manner using appropriate paper work;
- Operate a cash register and collect money from client groups.

The successful applicant will have the following skills and qualities:

- High energy and stamina;
- A passion for food in line with Smart Choices guidelines;
- Previous experience working in a Canteen or kitchen will be highly regarded;
- Barista trained also highly regarded;
- Experience in customer service-related position will be highly regarded;
- The ability to suggest and prepare new menu items;
- Food safety certificate or willingness to complete course;
- Sound organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
- The ability to work effectively in a team environment;
- Maintain a high level of personal and professional presentation at all times;
- General kitchen duties, including dish-washing, laundering of tea towels, cleaning kitchen surrounds and equipment.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
- Please attach a Applicants are requested to include a brief letter and a CV (maximum 2 pages) with contact details of 2 references (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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