About the Role

The Chef Supervisor is responsible for the production of meals; training and supervision of prisoners involved in food preparation; instruction of prisoners in cooking, baking and pastry making skills; control of the food budget; development and implementation of menus within the Department’s guidelines; developing business opportunities within the catering industry; ensuring the kitchen area complies with Health and Occupational Health and Safety regulations, HACCP and FoodStar.

This is a permanent, full time vacancy.

Suitability Requirements

- Knowledge of Australian Dietary Guidelines, FoodStar, HACCP, Kitchen Hygiene System, and Occupational Health and Safety requirements - Developing appropriate menus to cater for broad spectrum of offenders within the prison. Catering / Cooking experience within an industrial or institutional catering operation.
- Ability to deliver training - Developing and delivering training relevant to kitchen operations. Encouraging participation. Providing services and programs in a culturally appropriate manner.
- Operations and production - Demonstrated experience in managing and applying industry practices in all facets of a commercial catering operation including the administration, meals production and service. Further demonstrated management and application of all Statutory compliance requirements in relation to a commercial catering operation involving food safety, WHS and quality assurance.
- Computer Skills - A comprehensive understanding of computer applications such as spreadsheets, databases, document writing and emails. The ability to learn in-house computer systems.
- Infomation and knowledge management - Demonstrated experience in the management of information and knowledge from multiple sources. The ability to gather and share information and knowledge within a confidential environment.




- Workplace Relationships - Communicate constructively and build relationships; model integrity and respect; understand individual differences and diversity in all interactions; act professionally and acknowledge mistakes

The suitability requirements outlined will be what the panel will assess throughout the selection process.

Qualifications

- Certificate IV in Hospitality (with Commercial Cookery or Catering or Kitchen Operations speciality) and/or;
- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and/or;
- Certificate IV in Catering Operations and/or;
- Trade Pathway (Apprenticeship)

Benefits and Opportunities

- Learning and development opportunity programs
- Six (6) weeks annual leave
- GROH housing available (eligibility applies)
- Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other perks of working for Justice.

Subsequent Vacancies

Applicants found suitable but not recommended for this vacancy, may be considered for subsequent similar vacancies for a period of twelve (12) months, in accordance with section 7d of the Commissioner’s Instructions No.48 – Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Permanent Vacancies, and section 9d of the Commissioner Instructions 49 - Recruitment, Selection and Appointment to Fixed Term Vacancies Permanent, fixed term, full time and part time appointments may be offered at Albany Regional Prison and Pardelup Prison Farm during this period.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the community we serve. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support by following this link.

Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. For a confidential discussion about support or adjustments, please contact the person listed above or email

Further Information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Chamesh Wijerathna, A/Business Manager on (08) on for a confidential discussion.

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📌 Chef Supervisor (Southern Cross)
🏢 Department Of Justice
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