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Mildura Working Man's Club

Do you have a keen interest in Hospitality as a Chef and want to learn more? Are you studying a Certificate II in Cookery or Patisserie as part of your VDSS subject?

A great opportunity exists for a student currently studying a VDSS subject in Certificate II in Cookery or Patisserie to gain skills at Bistro 121, a modern and popular Bistro at the Mildura Working Man’s Club.

Sounds like a pretty good employer to have on your resume doesn't it? Make Mildura Working Man’s Club your next phone call to find out more.

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please share this opportunity with your Careers Transition Pathway Officer, Careers, VET or VCE-VM Coordinator.

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

The student will be part of a hard working team in the kitchen. The student will be responsible for basic food preparation for lunch and dinner menus including chopping, peeling, measuring and weighing of ingredients for example to make salads, crumbing meats and preparing vegetables. The student will also complete kitchen cleaning and dish washing duties. Be physically fit and be capable of working on their feet. The student will work under direct supervision of the Chef in charge.

The student may undertake the following tasks and duties;
• Work effectively with others.
• Use food preparation equipment.
• Prepare dishes using basic methods of cookery.
• Use cookery skills effectively.
• Clean kitchen premises and equipment.
• Use hygienic practices for food safety.
• Maintain the quality of perishable supplies.
• Participate in safe work practices.
• Prepare and present simple dishes.
• Prepare and present sandwiches.
• Prepare vegetable, fruit, egg and farinaceous dishes.
• Participate in safe food handling practices.

Student Requirements

Students with a positive attitude towards Hospitality 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 are encouraged to consider a SWL placement to develop skills learned from their VDSS subject in Certificate II in Cookery or Patisserie.

Whilst the student is attending the work placement they are expected to:
• Student must be interested in Kitchen Operations in 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 Log Book to the work placement every day.

Please Note: It is a requirement for the applicant to have obtained a Food Handlers Accreditation.

Dress Requirements

The student must be well presented as kitchen staff may work in full view of customers.
• Flat, non-slip, enclosed work shoes.
• Dark polo top and long pants.
• Long hair must be tied back, nails must be kept short and clean.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to the tasks and duties carried out by the student, will be supplied by the Host Employer.

Special Transport Requirements

Public Transport is limited, students to check bus transport availability and or speak to parents/carer to organise transport prior to contacting employer. Shift work and out of hours work may be negotiated.

CDC Victoria - Mildura: Ph: 5023 0274, Website: https://cdcvictoria.com.au/travel-information/timetables-and-maps/mildura/.

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• SIT20416 - Certificate II in Kitchen Operations