Virginia State School is based in the inner north of Brisbane with an enrolment of 470 students. We have an excellent reputation in the community as a school with outstanding academic results, regional and state sport representatives, and an extensive co-curricular program, including an Excellence Program in Music. We have professional, skilled and dedicated staff; a parent body that places great value on a high-quality education and connection in the local community; and a teaching and learning program that ensures every student has the opportunity to succeed. Explore our school website to learn more about our school.
Virginia State School P&C are seeking a Canteen Convenor to manage the efficient and effective operations of our swimming club canteen. The canteen is run Friday evenings from 5.30 to 8.30pm 19 weeks per year and up to 6 times per year on a Saturday/Sunday for our home-hosted swimming carnivals primarily in term 1 and term 4.
About the role:
• As convenor, you will be responsible for, but not limited to:
• Ordering stock and purchasing food and consumables
• Planning and managing menus for swimmers, parents and community
• Sales and cash handling via our square system
• End of term stocktakes
• Working independently as well as part of a small team of volunteers
• Organisation and rostering of volunteers with assistance from swimming club sub-committee
• Maintaining a clean, hygienic workspace
About you: To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:
• An ability to lead, plan, organise and control the operations of the swim club canteen including overseeing the volunteer roster, food preparation and supply.
• Competency to manage the financial and day-to-day operations of a busy swim club canteen which includes a cashless payment system.
• Organisational skills, initiative, and enthusiasm
• Excellent teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills
• Compliance with Workplace Health and Safety Practices to ensure that the tuckshop and equipment are operated and maintained in a safe and hygienic manner.
• Show a strong commitment to inclusion and community building, particularly with volunteers.
Preferred Applicant Criteria:
• Canteen and/or food service management experience
• Be able to work unsupervised.
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Flexible attitude to their work environment
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Be enthusiastic and motivated.
• Experience in engaging with students of various ages with respect and patience.
Prerequisites:
• Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
Comply with P & C Operating Guidelines, Policies and Procedures.
Hours/Conditions/Award:
This is a casual position with hours of work sufficient to enable the operation of the canteen during our swimming season.
Wages and conditions are subject to the Parents and Citizens Associations Award – State 2016.
How to Apply:
Please forward a current resume outlining your experience and a cover letter describing why you would like to be considered for the role to: vsssclub@gmail.com