About the business

With the unique character of Central Australia, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic College is a community of faith and service. Our Early Learning Centre and OSHC nurtures the development of each child in a cheerful atmosphere of trust.

About the role

We are seeking applications for a Food Preparer for our Early Learning Centre and After School Hours Care . This person will be responsible for providing healthy fresh, diverse and wholesome menus catering for up to 44 children a day, aged 3-5 years, in a long day care centre. They will also provide afternoon tea for the OSHC program

This is a casual position, working 5 hours a day, Monday to Friday. The position commences in July

Benefits and perks

OLSH Catholic College has outstanding staff and facilities.

Come and experience the unique quality of life in Alice Springs. It's relaxed, friendly, a great place to raise a family and the people love to stop and have a chat. There is every kind of sport here that you could want and we seem to have more festivals, markets and events than most cities.

Let's not forget, Alice Springs is set in the beautiful MacDonnell Ranges which provides many unique opportunities for those who are adventurous.

Skills and experience

Essential Criteria:

Qualifications in food safety and food allergy training;

Experience in the preparation of meals and budgets;

Be able to work unsupervised and in close proximity with others;

Excellent time management skills;

Have good knowledge of food allergies, family/cultural preferences;

Have excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Have a great imagination, creative thinking and can do attitude especially when making healthy food look and taste delicious for young children;

First Aid Certificate, including Anaphylaxis and Asthma training (HLTAOD004);

NT Working with Children Card or the ability to obtain one;

A current driver's license; and,

Be residing in Australia.