Vacancy Details - Parliament of Western Australia |
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Tradesperson Cook |
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Part-time $2,494.66 - $2,549.67 per fortnight (pro-rata) + 11.5% superannuation (Anticipated increase to $2,619.37 - $2,677.15 following General Agreement registration) |
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Parliamentary Services |
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Catering Services |
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Permanent, Part Time |
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The Parliamentary Refreshment Rooms provide Members of Parliament, staff and visitors with a variety of dining opportunities within Parliament House. Applications are invited from enthusiastic professionals with a passion for food to work in the Catering Services unit of the Parliament of Western Australia.
The successful applicant will be required to work 23 hours per week, exclusively on weekdays and during the 22 weeks per year when Parliament is in session. This excludes weekends and school holidays. There may be opportunities to work additional hours on non-sitting weeks and functions. This roster is for daytime hours only.
To assist with planning around other commitments, the roster for the 22 working weeks is provided in advance for the entire year. You will be provided with a calendar of parliamentary sitting days upon commencement. 2025 sitting days have not been finalised, however, for an indication of sitting weeks, please see the attached 2024 calendar.
About the Role:
Under the direction of the Sous Chef (Operations), this position is responsible for the preparation and service of the Members Bar Carvery during sitting weeks only. Preparing relevant proteins, bakery, condiments, salads, dressings and sauces. In addition, assisting with mis-en-place for cold larder as directed.
Specific Duties:
1. Liaise with Executive Chef and Sous Chef - Operations and seek clarification when necessary.
2. Carry out mis en place as required for Members Bar Carvery and Cold Larder Section as per Standard Operational Procedure documents.
3. When required, assist Chef in the preparation and execution of menu items to meet the requirements of the Executive Chef.
4. Prepare and execute menu items in accordance with menu and as per orders received.
5. Be available for function service when required.
6. Ensure compliance with HACCP procedures and Food Standards.
7. Other duties as directed.
Applicants must meet the following selection criteria:
Essential
1. Qualified Chef
2. Experience in multiple areas of a commercial kitchen operation, buffet and a la carte menu service
3. Ability to work under pressure and unsupervised
Desirable
1. At least three years of experience in a similar role
2. Sound knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety standards
A job description and application form can be downloaded below or by emailing: hr@parliament.wa.gov.au.
The Parliamentary Services Department offers generous employment conditions and a range of benefits such as access to free parking, good public transport connections, health and well-being initiatives including a gym, and professional development opportunities. This role is based in Parliament House, close to Kings Park and the city.
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How to apply
If you’re interested in applying, please send us:
· A completed application for employment form (found below)
· A response (no more than two pages) addressing the selection criteria as set out in the job description, supporting your suitability to perform the duties of the position with examples
· An up-to-date CV that clearly outlines your work related skills and experience.
Applications must be emailed to hr@parliament.wa.gov.au by 4.00pm, Wednesday 2 April 2025.
Please note you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen with a Special Category Visa to apply for this role.
The Parliament of Western Australia values diversity and champions the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment. We are committed to attracting and retaining a workforce that reflects our community, and to making Parliament an inclusive and supportive workplace, free of discrimination.
We encourage all suitable people of any age, sex, gender, family status or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply, including First Nations people, people from the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with any form of disability. |
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For further job-related information: Please contact Brett Barrett, Executive Chef, via e-mail at bbarrett@parliament.wa.gov.au. |
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Wednesday 2 April 2025, 4.00 pm
(Applications received after the Closing Date will NOT be accepted) |
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 Application for Employment Form.docx JDF - Tradesperson Cook -Part Time Seasonal non sessional 2025.docx 2024 Sitting Calendar.pdf PSD Values.pdf |