This permanent part-time role will be responsible to plan and prepare a nutritious and exciting breakfast and afternoon tea menu for up to 255 school age children.  This permanent position offers between 20-30 hours per week, Monday to Friday generally between the hours of 10:00am-5:00pm.  You will have support from an experienced leadership team including a Manager, Coordinator and Assistant Coordinators.

Responsibilities:

• Support the health and wellbeing of the children through planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks
• Prepare meals to meet the needs of children with special dietary requirements and allergies
• Order food supplies within budgetary constraints and in consultation with the Manager
• Ensure safe and hygienic storage, handling and preparation of food and drinks
• Work as part of a team to create a safe, caring and educational place for children
• Be responsible for the food safety program

Essential requirements for this position are:

• Certificate III in Hospitality (or equivalent)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Strong knowledge of early childhood nutrition and guidelines
• Understanding and ability to implement Smart Choices Food Guidelines
• Understanding of correct food handling procedures and ability to manage the health and hygiene of the kitchen as per regulatory and company guidelines.
• Experience working with dietary requirements and allergies
• Creative, and passionate about food and providing high standards of food service
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to relate to a wide range of people including staff, students, caregivers and other members of the school community
• Excellent recordkeeping and organizational skills
• Competent and confident in using a personal computer and relevant software packages such as Excel and Microsoft Word
• Positive attitude and ability to thrive under pressure
• Current Working with Children Card Blue Card
• Current First Aid certificate
• Certificate III in Children’s Services (or equivalent - desired)

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, submit a resume and cover letter, addressing the selection criteria to oshclub@eatonshillpandc.org.