About this job
About Palm Beach Currumbin State High School
Palm Beach Currumbin State High has established itself as one of Queensland's leading high schools with a proud record of academic, sporting and artistic achievement. At the heart of this success is our school culture which is woven around our school motto 'Nil Sed Optima' which means 'nothing but the best'.
On a day to day basis our culture demands that every student and member of staff, do their best in every lesson, every day. Our aim is to be a world-class school which nurtures the talents of every student, positioning them to succeed in their preferred careers and thrive in all dimensions of a balanced adult life including relationships, health, creativity, citizenship and recreation.
Our school has a history of high performance across the range of academic, creative and sporting pursuits and is widely acknowledged as a leading high school in Queensland. Our strategic intent is to build on current strengths to position the school as world-class.
About the Role
Our canteen provides a service for students and staff during school hours.
- Breakfast 8.00 - 9.00
- Lunch 1 11.35 - 12.15
- Lunch 2 1.25 - 1.55
We also do catering for internal events and large school functions.
Providing an extensive menu including, vegetarian, vegan, dairy and gluten free options. We understand a healthy diet is essential for growing bodies and minds. We pride ourselves on fresh healthy options across the school year.
In this exciting role your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinate the daily operation of the school canteen and oversee the preparation of food and counter services.
- Identify stock requirements and place orders with appropriate vendors on a regular basis.
- Participate in regular stocktake, recording and reporting processes.
- Maintain accurate and appropriate records for the canteen and associated catering operations including filing of ordering, receipt and associated documentation.
- Liaise with suppliers to maximise earning potential for the school.
- Deliver a quality service to students and customers through approved marketing arrangements.
- Ensure food storage and handling is appropriate, hygienic and in accordance with the standards outlined by health controlling authorities within relevant legislation and regulations.
- Provide effective supervision and appropriate training and assistance to canteen employees in the performance of their roles.
- Observe Workplace Health and Safety Practices to ensure that the canteen and equipment is operated and maintained in a safe and hygienic manner.
Oversee canteen staff ensuring:
- A positive work environment is maintained and clear and concise operational procedures are provided.
- Display of emergency procedures in a prominent place.
- Preparation of rosters on a weekly basis.
- Oversee cash handling and related security processes, operate a cash register, collect monies and balance funds at the end of the day.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.