W113815 - Kitchen hand

Kitchen hand
Ararat RSL Sub-Branch Inc

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact CGLLEN for specific details of the student work placement- swl@cgllen.org.au or 5352 3266. The Ararat RSL Sub Branch: Proudly supporting our local community with a focus on our ex-service men and women is the home to the Red Poppy Bistro. An opportunity exists for a student interested in the hospitality industry, specifically Front of House service and Kitchen Operations. If you are motivated and enthusiastic about learning from some of the best in the industry, please talk to your careers teacher about how to apply.

Skills You Might Learn

The student may have the opportunity to attain a broad range of skills while on work placement. These may include valuable employability skills such as;
- Communication.
- Teamwork.
- Punctuality.
- Presentation.
- Hygiene.
- Problem solving.
- Planning.
- Initiative.
- Follow instructions.
- Work under supervision.
- Industry specific OH&S.
The student may also attain vital industry specific skills which will relate to their secondary school studies they include:
- Hands-on practical experience.
- Observing and learning from industry qualified and experienced professionals.
- Working in real-life scenarios.
- Working with tools and equipment necessary to the occupation.
- Liaising and working with supervisors, colleagues, industry personnel, customers/clients and suppliers.

Typical Tasks & Duties

Students will be responsible for the following tasks.
- Assisting Ararat RSL trained staff with related hospitality activities.
- Engaging with customers related to kitchen hand and hospitality activities as advised by Ararat RSL trained staff.
- Completing all related tasks as assigned by assisting Ararat RSL trained staff.
The student will also complete general cleaning duties of tables and bistro area before, during and after service. Polishing cutlery as required. The student will complete kitchen duties including food handling and dishwashing as instructed. The student will work under direct supervision of the Bistro Supervisor and Chef in charge.

Student Requirements

Students with a positive attitude towards Hospitality: Front of House and Kitchen Operations, with a keen eye for detail and are self-motivated, have a consistent and good work ethic, willing to listen and follow instructions. Students are encouraged to consider a SWL placement to develop skills learned from their VET course in Hospitality.
Whilst the student is attending the work placement they are expected to:
- Students must have completed the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) module in Work Related Skills or else have begun the OH&S module in the relevant VET course.
- Student must be interested in Front of House and Kitchen Operations as part of the hospitality industry.
- Student must be willing to spend periods of time observing and to undertake necessary tasks as requested.
- Dress appropriately.
- Maintain interest and participate in tasks and work duties.
- Be well mannered and behave in a respectful and responsible manner.
- Be punctual.
- Follow management instructions.
- Have good communication skills.
- Act in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements.
- Work within the team.
- Listen and take advice from fellow workers.
- Respect other people’s belongings.
- Keep a note pad and pen handy to take notes for their own reference.
- Demonstrate the skills they have developed through their course.
- Take their Workplace Learning Record and/or have course assessment tasks to complete at work placement every day.
- Personal mobile phones are not required and should only be used out of work hours or on meal breaks.

Dress Requirements

All PPE must be worn in accordance with workplace health and safety policy and procedures. Dress requirements to be discussed at the host interview.

Special Transport Requirements

The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) is responsible for the student’s transport to and from the workplace. If it is proposed that the student may need to undertake vehicle travel with their employer and/or supervisor during the arrangement (including transporting the student to and/or from the workplace), the employer must complete the Structured Workplace Learning Travel and Accommodation Form. The student or the parent/guardian (where the student is under 18 years of age) must give their consent by also completing this form. If transport is presenting a problem, please contact CGLLEN to discuss available options and support that can be provided. Email: SWL@cgllen.org.au Phone: 03 5352 3266.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

  • BSB20120 - Certificate II in Workplace Skills
  • SIT20316 - Certificate II in Hospitality
  • SIT20416 - Certificate II in Kitchen Operations
  • SIT30616 - Certificate III in Hospitality
  • SIT30916 - Certificate III in Catering Operations
  • VCE0000001 - VCE (including VCE Vocational Major)
  • VCE20116 - Industry & Enterprise
Positions: 2 Positions
ID Number: W113815
Industry Area: HOSPITALITY
Location: Ararat - Explore Region
Mode/Type: Structured Workplace Learning (SWL)
Attendance: To be negotiated with Teacher, Student and Employer- Forms required before commencement are Ministerial Order 1412 - Structured Workplace Learning Arrangements; Structured Workplace Learning Arrangement Form; and Structured Workplace Learning Guidelines for Employers.
Added By: Central Grampians Local Learning & Employment Network

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