Are you passionate about creating nutritious and delicious meals for young children? Do you have a flair for cooking and a commitment to healthy eating? Woomera's Koori Kindermanna Preschool is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Catering Officer to join our team!
This is an identified position which complies with the special measure provisions under anti-discrimination laws. Proof of Aboriginality is a requirement. The position is based in Glenroy.
About Woomera:
Woomera Aboriginal Corporation is a growing not-for-profit organisation that has been proudly supporting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community in the Albury, Wagga Wagga and Deniliquin regions. Woomera Aboriginal Corporation is committed to supporting and working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, families, and carers. We do this by providing Family Preservation and Out of Home Care services, Carer Support, Housing, Community Connections as well as our Preschool, Koori Kindermanna.
What we have to offer:
Generous remuneration
A supportive and team environment
A culture of respect and recognition
Learning and development opportunities
Salary packaging options
Access to the Employee Assistance Program
About the role
Under the direction of the Early Childhood Education Director, the Catering Officer has the primary responsibility to prepare balanced and nutritional meals for children attending the Koori Kindermanna preschool in accordance with the hygiene standards of food handlers in NSW, and the National Education and Care Services Regulations 2011.
General duties include:
To prepare, cook and serve food in an industrial hygienic kitchen, maintaining food safety standards.
In consultation with the Director prepare a nutritionally balanced weekly menu and liaise with the Director when changes to the menu are required.
Ensure all meals are free from allergens and accommodate special dietary requirements.
Work closely with the preschool staff to coordinate mealtimes and support educational themes with creative food presentations.
Work within allocated budgets and organise bulk food and weekly food orders.
To check the accuracy of food deliveries, report inaccuracies to suppliers, and to store food in an appropriate and safe manner according to regulations and safe food handling practices.
Monitor stock levels, order supplies, and manage the food budget.
Maintain a clean and organised kitchen and adhere to all work health and safety regulations.
Monitor temperature control checks for all meals, fridge and freezer.
Perform other duties as assigned and within scope of practice.
Essential Skills & Knowledge or Qualifications & Experience
A NSW Food Safety Supervisors Certificate
Prior experience planning menus and cooking meals based on recommended daily intakes for specific client groups e.g., children.
Knowledge of child nutrition and dietary needs.
Excellent cooking skills with a creative approach to meal planning.
Strong organisational and time management abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Understanding of the issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in todays’ society.
Good written and verbal communication skills, specifically the ability to relate in a warm and sensitive manner to children.
Desirable Skills & Knowledge or Qualifications & Experience
A qualification such as a Cert III in Catering or Cookery would be highly desirable.
How to Apply:
Applications must include a resume and cover letter that addresses the key selection criteria. Two recent work-related referees must be supplied, one of which must be a current supervisor. The successful applicant must hold:
a current and satisfactory NSW Working with Children’s Clearance
Be willing to obtain a National Police Check
Unrestricted Driver’s License.
For a confidential discussion about the role or to request the Position Description, please contact the HR Manager on 02 60577400.