Food Technology Assistant

Job type: Part time / From 28/01/2025
Organisation: Schools (Government)
Salary: Salary not specified
Occupation: Education and Training
Reference: 1456984
Job posted: 05/12/2024
Closes: 18/12/2024
Job duration: From 28/01/2025
Selection CriteriaSC1 Capacity to undertake routine support tasks across a range of functions in one or more work areas within a school environment.

SC2 Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively with members of the school community including students and the capacity to provide support and/or attendant care to students where necessary.

SC3 Demonstrated proficiency in the use of office systems, software or technical equipment as relevant to the position.

SC4 Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support, students and parents.

SC5 A commitment to professional learning and growth.
RoleAn education support class position at this range will perform tasks that are carried out in accordance with guidelines, accepted practice, and school policy under supervision and direction. This may include coordination of other education support class staff within the work area or educational program.
An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students but must not include duties of a teacher as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students can be required individually or in groups up to 4 in controlled circumstances and where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.
Certification and/or qualifications of up to three years can be required at this level (noting that Registered Nurse is not included at this level, the first level for which is Level 1 range 3).
A role at this range may include:
Specific support tasks to achieve outcomes. Typically, this will involve accountability for a single function, (e.g. ensuring data is properly maintained) or the coordination of a work area under the direction of the principal or a manager.Assisting teachers, within an educational program, by undertaking specific support tasks or the coordination of the support function.Supervised health and wellbeing support tasks, medical intervention support tasks, or other specialised student/teacher support roles (e.g. enrolled nurses performing the role as described in schedule 3). These roles require specific qualifications and/or training, including roles where further training must be undertaken from time to time. The role is for a specific purpose, for which there will be direct accountability as opposed to support roles that are carried out by a range of staff performing routine tasks under direction.Technical tasks that require a sound knowledge of basic technical and/or scientific principles that are used to develop and adapt work methods and make judgements where there are clear guidelines and limited options. Routine technical support in libraries, science, and information technology would be typical examples.An education support class position at this range commencing at the base will initially be limited to undertaking routine tasks that are carried out under close supervision and direction. Work that carries some degree of independence will generally involve a limited number of tasks performed on a regular basis where priorities are clear, procedures are well established, and direction is readily available. Subject to any specific qualification and/or training requirement, an education support class employee employed in this range may be progressively required to undertake coordination, specialised student/teacher support tasks, or technical tasks as experience in the role is gained.
ResponsibilitiesPrepare food for all students' practical lessons.Place specified equipment needed for the recipe on the teacher bench.Check 10 mins prior to class starts that all ingredients listed in the recipe are placed on the teacher bench.Prepare food in all practical lessons and place the specified equipment and ingredients needed in the recipe for teacher demonstration.Place laminated copies of recipes on the teacher bench and put them away back in the drawers.At all times, adhere to all hygiene and food handling guidelines requirements in the preparation and handling of food.Use approved chemicals safely and according to directions on container.Store food in a 'first in, first out' order on shelves in accordance with local health and sanitation requirements.Do a stock take of excess fresh produce every week.Ensure kitchen areas, including the pantry, cool room, laundry and storage areas are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition at all times.Safely operate, clean and maintain appliances, utensils and other equipment in the kitchen daily.Check and refill supplies of hand soap, detergent and multi-cleaner as required.Launder and fold tea towels, dish cloths, micro-fibre cloths after every practical lesson and ensure work stations are stocked with same before every practical lesson.Launder oven mitts, table cloths and aprons as required.Clean and polish stove tops, fridges, freezers, microwaves, dryers and washing machines and clean filters of dryers and washing machines weekly or as required more frequently.Report faulty appliances or equipment to the program coordinator.Participate in professional learning activities as appropriate.If required, assist teachers in the classroom, with cleaning and with the equipment inventory.If required, shop for food for practical classes and other events.Use digital food ordering system to collate shopping list and check ingredients in stock a week before.Check ingredients in the shopping list against the recipes and order ingredients for all classes for delivery a week before (usually Thursday and Friday).Receiving / Storing of Food Unpack, process and/or store fresh food items immediately upon receipt.Check the quality of all goods received and arrange for return of inferior goods.Ensure ingredients not used immediately are dated and stored in designated containers / fridge immediately.Ensure ingredients are placed in appropriate food safe receptacles immediately to ensure that quality and shelf life are maximised and not accessible by pests or vermin.At the end of each week, or sooner if appropriate, dispose of unusable ingredients.Cleaning Daily
Remove all equipment and dishes from pantry bench at the end of the day.15 mins before the practical class ends to check teacher's kitchen space, clear all ingredients, sanitise benchtop, wash any dirty dishes, dry and put away.Sanitise all kitchen and pantry benches as required.Empty dishwasher and clean filters as required.Ensure all allocated equipment is available at every workstation at all times.Clean clothes dryer filter.Clean and polish stainless steel surfaces.Reorganise and mop cool room.Clean and sanitise all stainless steel surfaces and splashbacks.End of term
Clean ovens and stove tops.Wash saucepans, trays, woks, frypans, bowls and utensils after conducting a visual inspection to discern those requiring hand washing and those able to be placed through the dishwasher.Clear, clean and restock kitchen drawers, shelves, benches and equipment.Clean and polish all tiles splashbacks.Other Requirements A current accredited Food Handler's Certificate or other food handling qualification is required.A current Working With Children Check is mandatory.Appropriate clothing and footwear to be worn at all times.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
EEO AND OHS CommitmentApplicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces.
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via ******
Child Safe StandardsVictorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools.
Location ProfileGladstone Park is a single campus, co-educational Year 7 to 12 College of almost 1550 students that serves a large residential community in the North Western suburbs of Melbourne. We have a culturally diverse enrolment.
The school operates using a Sub-School model with Junior School years 7 - 8; Middle School years 9 - 10 and Senior School years 11 - 12. Currently more than 30 primary schools provide students for entry at Year 7.
The school provides a core program in the Years 7-9. The Year 10 blocks are aligned with the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) blocks. Vocational Education and Training (VET) is also offered to students. A considerable proportion of Year 10 students undertake a VCE subject or pursue additional pathway options within the conventional curriculum program.
The school has a Select Entry Acceleration (SEAL) Program. Our school is part of The Academy of Accredited SEAL Schools.
Gladstone Park offers a unique Language Immersion program using the CLIL (Content Learning in Language methodology), where students are taught Maths, History and Geography in Italian by CLIL trained teachers.
The school provides a significant extra-curricular and enrichment program including a large instrumental program and school bands; debating; drama and musical productions and a large House competition program.
Facilities include: a 300 seat Performing Arts Centre with a dance studio, dedicated VCE student study centre, community library, modern administration block, one full size and one three quarter size gym, an outdoor soccer/hockey court, outdoor table-tennis tables, separate year 7 area and extensive gardens.
The College has a warm and friendly atmosphere. Gladstone Park is a traditional school with traditional values, the key value being respect.
To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Schools (Government) job application system.

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