Job Description
13h ago , from Christian Schools Australia
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The Role
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To assist in planning, preparing and providing healthy meals for young children accessing our Early Learning Centre in a manner that is enthusiastic and God honouring, consistent with the school's vision to provide a Christ-centred education in a learning community of Love, Nurture and Service.
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The Assistant Cook is responsible to the Principal through the Head of Early Learning and Junior School and Director of the Early Learning Centre.
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This is an ongoing part time position, 2 days a week.
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Key Areas of Responsibility
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Assist in the planning and reviewing of nutritionally balanced meals consistent with nutrition guidelines.
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Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals including – morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and late snack.
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Familiarity with special dietary needs and allergies and provision of appropriate meal alternatives.
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Supporting the children's program by involving the children in cooking and kitchen activities as appropriate including growing herbs and vegetables to use in meals.
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Supporting children's food choices and overall development by providing opportunities for children to serve their own food at every meal.
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Support the coordination of the kitchen including ordering and purchasing of supplies within the allocated budget and maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen and dining room.
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Awareness and use of health and safety guidelines.
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Establishing of positive partnerships with the children, families and the school and wider community.
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Overseeing and attending to the ELC laundry needs.
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Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by
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Following Work Health and Safety instructions and policies.
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Reporting accidents and hazards.
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Generally caring for own safety and that of others, including visitors, students, parents and volunteers that may possibly be affected by actions or inaction.
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Other duties
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Participate in and support the faith community of the School through prayer and communal worship activities.
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Model the faith and values of the School in interactions with colleagues, students, parents and the wider community.
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Attend staff meetings on days when rostered to attend for work.
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Attend the annual whole staff retreat.
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Attend devotions on days and times when at work. All staff are welcome to voluntarily attend staff devotions outside of their allocated work times.
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Participate in school activities requiring staff participation.
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Other duties as required.
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Selection Criteria
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Be a committed Christian with a clear understanding of, and support for, education in a Christian School setting.
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Ability to provide healthy and nutritious meals for children.
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Strong organisational and time management skills.
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Excellent communication skills and ability to work positively and collaboratively in a team environment.
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Essential Qualifications and Requirements
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The successful applicant will have:
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Food Safety and Handling certification (or willingness to obtain)
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📌 Assistant Cook - Early Learning Centre (Canberra)
🏢 Trinity Christian School
📍 Canberra