- Oversee the provision of the kitchen and food operations industry within the prison work and help people in prison learn, work and move toward a better future
- Fixed term to April 2027 with potential to extend beyond
- COG Grade 3: $100,490 - $108,590 plus superannuation
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is seeking an Industry Officer - Kitchen/Catering to provide a critical role within Custodial Operations Unit
About the Business Unit
Located at Castlemaine, Loddon Prison is a 477 bed Medium Security Prison for sentenced male prisoners. Adjacent to Loddon Prison is Middleton, a 236 bed Restricted Minimum-Security Prison for sentenced male prisoners. The focus of both prisons is rehabilitation via individual case management, employment, education, training and the provision of programs and targeted interventions to address offending behaviour and promote the development of prosocial behaviour. Both prisons provide contemporary and quality correctional services that prepare prisoners for transition and reintegration.
About the role
As an Industry Supervisor - Kitchen / Self catering, you will oversee the provision of the kitchen and food operations industry. You will lead staff and provide supervision and training to people in prison employed in industries.
You will:
- deliver safe and efficient kitchen operations that meet production targets
- lead a team and provide hands-on coaching and support
- supervise and train people in prison in food preparation and equipment use
- maintain stock control, records and compliance with rules
- promote rehabilitation through work, training and daily routines.
About you
You hold a relevant trade or industry qualification, or you have strong kitchen or catering experience. You are willing to complete prison officer pre-service training.
You should also have:
- strong kitchen or catering experience and up-to-date skills
- good problem solving and the ability to improve how work gets done
- clear communication and the ability to guide others
- a calm, adaptable approach and respect for people from all backgrounds.
You must have completed prison officer pre-service training or be willing to do so.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Kushal Khamar at [email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Child safe statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
