Kitchen Program Assistant

Duties & Responsibilities

Program Planning and Preparation

• Plan with the Kitchen Garden Coordinator and Gardening Coordinator to maintain an exemplary cooking program for the Year 3 and 4 students
• Set up the kitchen prior to lessons
• Supervise student clean-up of kitchen and classroom
• Maintain general cleanliness, (non-industrial) equipment and materials
• Purchase ingredients as needed

• Brief adult helpers before cooking sessions

   

• Experience as an accomplished cook (highly skilled home cooks are welcomed)

• Proven organisational skills with strong accuracy and attention to detail

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated exemplary rapport and relationships with children

• Proven ability to work as a team member

• Proven ability to maintain the confidence and respect of staff, students and parents

• Ability to meet the energetic and physical demands of the role, including standing for long periods, lifting and carrying

• Ability to work calmly and effectively in a fast-paced environment

• First Aid, CPR & Anaphylaxis certificate (or willing to obtain)

• Food Handling Certificate (or willing to obtain)