Applications close Thursday 27 February 2025 at 11.59PMOverviewWork type: Part time Salary: Salary not specified Grade: Ed Support Level 1-Range 2 Occupation: Education and Training Location: Geelong Reference: 1465623Location ProfileGeelong High School is a positive and creative learning community that embraces its history and prepares students for life.We are committed to:Developing caring and respectful relationships;Empowering people to realise their potential through effort, responsibility and teamwork;Building healthy, resilient and productive global citizens.Our core value is: RESPECTGeelong High School is a Year 7 - 12 co-educational school located near the centre of Geelong, adjacent to a significant parkland area. Established in 1910, Geelong High School is one of the oldest secondary schools in the region and has a proud history.Current enrolment is approximately 975 students, drawn mainly from the nearby areas of East and South Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula and across Geelong.The Leadership Team comprises a Principal, three Assistant Principals, the Business Manager, IT Manager and eight Leading Teachers. There are approximately 110 staff, of whom 75 are teaching staff.The school motto, VITAE NOS PARAT, which means ''It Prepares Us For Life'', provides a basis for the total school curriculum.Selection CriteriaSC1 - A high level of organisational skills, adaptability and creativity and a demonstrated proficiency in the use of technical equipment as relevant to the Foods Technology position.SC2 - Demonstrated capacity to communicate and collaborate 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.SC4 - Capacity to work cooperatively with a range of people including teachers, education support staff, and students.SC5 - A commitment to professional learning and growth.RoleThe key responsibility of a Food Technology Assistant is to support the delivery of relevant curriculum programs. The position works under the direction of the Food and Technology Learning Area Leader, using established routines, methods, and procedures.The primary focus is on food and equipment preparation for classes, the cleaning of the food preparation areas and equipment afterwards, stock ordering and maintenance, and supporting the Foods Technology teachers.Attendance requirement for this position is 17.5 hrs per week - 7.5hrs on Monday, and 5.0 hrs each on a Tuesday and Wednesday. The position reports to the Business Manager.ResponsibilitiesClass AssistancePrepare equipment and trays, tea towels, oven mitts, dishcloths for the commencement of classes.Use equipment in accordance with school procedures and manufacturers instructions.Clean stores, benches of food as soon as possible to ensure protection and freshness of food.Support staff and students by supplying equipment thats needed.Observe students and draw the attention of the teacher to issues where necessary.Ensure work areas, materials and equipment are maintained in a clean and ready to use condition.Duties with FoodUndertake administrative tasks associated with the ordering of food.Seek alternatives when food is not available.Collate staff orders, check, receipt and store all food on its arrival.Follow correct hygiene procedures when handling food.Support food Technology teachers with any extra food preparation the school may require.Launder tea towels, dishcloths etc.Duties with cleanlinessLaunder tea towels, dishcloths etc.Launder Sportswear as required.Maintain benches, sinks, fridges, cupboards, wall tiles, ovens, grillers and stovetops in a hygienic condition at all times.Ensure adequate cleaning supplies are available.Clean dishes as required, mostly during practical classes.Use equipment in accordance with Geelong High School procedures and manufacturers instructions.General DutiesPrepare inventories and maintain and update basic written record.Assist in the identification of own training needs.Participate in team meetings when required.End of Term and AnnualClean and clear refrigerator and freezers as far as possible.Check all items from cupboards and drawers for cleanliness. Clean cupboards and drawers if necessary.Clean food storerooms, all shelves and cupboards, sweeping and mopping floors.Make adequate provision against dust, insects and rodents.Conduct annual stock take and cleaning procedures.Who May ApplyIndividuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.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.Conditions of EmploymentAll staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Food Technology Assistant