Sous Chef

Marist College Ashgrove is a Catholic day and boarding school for boys in Years 5-12, situated in Brisbane's inner Northern suburbs. Inspired by the work of St Marcellin Champagnat, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent academic and career pathway results for our inclusive community of students.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, creative and highly motivated Sous Chef to assist the Head Chef in leading the existing College Kitchen team forward in 2019 to create a quality seasonal menu.  This is a full time, 3 year contract.  The successful candidate will be required to work a 7 day roster including Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner services as well as College and external functions. As a dynamic Sous Chef, you will also assist in training and mentoring your team as they progress with your in-depth training and expertise.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Trade qualified:Certificate III in Commercial Cookery with minimum 3 years in a similar role;
• Pastry Experience;
• HAACP knowledge;
• Strong communication and leadership skills;
• Ability to work well under pressure in a high-volume environment;
• The ability to work quickly, whilst remaining calm and courteous under pressure;
• Highly developed planning skills, including the ability to multi-task, prioritise and meet deadlines;
• A collaborative, team-oriented and flexible approach to work;
• High level of confidentiality regarding student information.

Essential Selection Criteria:

1. Current Blue Card (Working with Children) or be eligible to apply for a Blue Card;
2. A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery;
3. Professional experience of 3 to 5 years in a similar role;
4. Food Safety Certificate;
5. Strong communication and leadership skills with demonstrated track record of leading, motivating and delivering team objectives;

In return you will receive an attractive salary of $65 000 pa with the opportunity of an increase after your initial 6 month period.

How to Apply

Your application needs to include the following:

• Cover letter outlining why you are applying for the position;
• Resume including two referees;
• A succinct overview of how you meet each of the essential selection criteria
• A completed application form which is available from the College website

Note:  To be considered for this role you must clearly address each of the essential criteria outlining how you meet the expectations. 

The Recruitment Process

If your application is accepted for the next stage, you will be invited to attend an interview.

Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the College reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found. The advertisement will be removed once an appointment has been made.

All candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.

All applicants will receive an email confirmation of the receipt of their application.

Marist College Ashgrove is a non-smoking workplace.

Applications close 13 March 2019 at 3:00 pm

Applications should be made through the College website and addressed to:

Julie Ward
Head of Staff Services
Marist College Ashgrove
Ph 3858 4643 or 3011 1308

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Please note that applications from agencies will not be considered at this time.

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