Kitchen hand
Ararat RSL Sub-Branch Inc

If you are interested in this exciting Work Experience (WE) 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 assist trained staff in performing duties, students receiving high level supervision. Duties may include but not limited to customer service roles in the various sections of the establishment.
- 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 are encouraged to consider a WE placement to develop skills learned from their careers subject. The following requirements must be met;
- Students are required to have completed the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) modules- general module and any applicable industry OH&S modules.
- Students must maintain a diary or logbook and/or complete work experience assignment and other tasks that have been set by the school.
- Students must adhere to strict Privacy and Confidentiality policy and procedures.
- Students must have a willingness to learn and be able to follow instructions carefully and competently.
- Students must be willing to communicate clearly and work as a productive team member.
- Personal mobile phones are not required and should only be used out of work hours or on offsite 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 Work Experience 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.