• Ongoing Full Time, 35 hours per week  
• Primary Work Location: Paterson
• Domestic Services – Salary from $53,826 plus penalties, plus super and leave loading

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.  The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

Join Our Team at Tocal – A Great Opportunity for Passionate Foodies!

We’re looking for talented food lover to join our established team at Tocal, a beautiful Residential Student College and Conference Centre just 15 minutes from Maitland. Whether you’re seeking full-time, part time or casual work, we’d love to hear from you!

At Tocal, we offer a great work-life balance with simple rosters, including morning or late shifts that finish by 7pm. Enjoy every second weekend off and 2 weeks off over Christmas. No two days are the same – you’ll prepare meals for students, cater for staff and events, and help with menu planning, provisioning, and staff supervision.

Enjoy free onsite parking, a stunning location, and the chance to work in a supportive, dynamic team. If you’re passionate about food and ready for a new challenge, apply today!

About You
As our ideal candidate, you will have:

• Minimum 4th Year Apprentice Cert. III Commercial Cookery, or extensive experience as a Cook
• Strong leadership qualities, collaborative management skills and a passion for food
• An exceptional team player
• Experience in HACCP, food safety
• Experience in the events space desirable

Please contact our Accommodation Services Manager, Michael Baxter on 0409 779 058 for a discussion or email michael.baxter@dpi.nsw.gov.au for the full list of requirements.

Applying is easy!
Submit your current Resume/CV and a Cover Letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your relevant skills and experience, and why you’re our ideal candidate.

If you’d like to know more about the role, please click here to view the role description.

Applications close: Wednesday, 4 December 2024 at 11:55pm AEST

If you require adjustments in completing your application, interviewing, completing any pre- employment testing, require information in an alternative format, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please let us know so we can assist. Send an email to capability.talent@regional.nsw.gov.au or contact the hiring manager listed above for a confidential discussion.

About Us
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is the department dedicated to growing primary industries and supporting regional economic development to deliver long term benefits to the state. Our focus is to protect, support and develop our primary industries, mining sector, and regions.

The department brings together Agriculture & Biosecurity; Forestry & Fishing; Local Land Services; NSW Resources; Regional Development & Delivery; the Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation; NSW Public Works and Soil Conservation Service.

We have nearly 5,000 employees, with almost 80 per cent of us living and working in regional NSW.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is a workplace where everyone is able to contribute and participate to their full potential, and we are proud to have a team that reflects the richness and complexity of the regional NSW communities we serve.

We work hard every day to support and grow thriving communities across regional NSW that will have a positive impact on generations to come. Our goal is always to be a trusted local partner and problem-solver working deeply in community.

As part of our team, you will be able to:

• Deliver with impact. You are empowered and trusted to create impact through exposure to cutting-edge projects and research, career defining opportunities, and get to be part of a team creating sustainable solutions that will leave a legacy.
• Connect to what matters. We are all about forming deep community relationships, fostering our passionate and connected teams. It is central to our work to support a true sense of belonging across the team.
• Live your way. From bringing your whole self to work, to designing flexibility, that fits you and the team, you will be able to find the balance that works for you.

We are a young agency, but with that has come a personality that is dedicated, passionate, proactive, influential, and informed.

Additional Information
The successful applicant in this role may be required to undergo a police check, health assessment and other assessments as required.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next eighteen months.