Job Description

About the Role

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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.

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This is a permanent, full time vacancy.

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Suitability Requirements

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- 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.
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- Ability to deliver training - Developing and delivering training relevant to kitchen operations. Encouraging participation. Providing services and programs in a culturally appropriate manner.
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- 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.
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- Computer Skills - A comprehensive understanding of computer applications such as spreadsheets, databases, document writing and emails. The ability to learn in-house computer systems.
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- 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.
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- Workplace Relationships - Communicate constructively and build relationships; model integrity and respect; understand individual differences and diversity in all interactions; act professionally and acknowledge mistakes
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The suitability requirements outlined will be what the panel will assess throughout the selection process.

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Qualifications

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

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

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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.

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Equity and Diversity

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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.

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

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

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Further Information

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If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Chamesh Wijerathna, A/Business Manager on (08) 9851 3704 on for a confidential discussion.

📌 Chef Supervisor (Southern Cross)
🏢 Department Of Justice
📍 Southern Cross