INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

Greater Shepparton City Council, situated in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, is the fourth largest provincial centre in Victoria and has a well-developed economy due to its strong agricultural and irrigation base, with major industries related to food processing, manufacturing and transport. The Goulburn Valley is often referred to as ‘The Food Bowl of Australia’ as around 25% of the total value of Victoria’s agricultural production is generated in this area.
Greater Shepparton has a population of approximately 65,000, and an expenditure budget in excess of $118 million. The population is culturally diverse with 9.9% of residents being born overseas. The area has excellent education, recreation, cultural, social and health facilities and tourism is a developing focus for the region.

FOOD SAFETY SUPERVISOR

Salary: $66,851.20 per annum pro rata
Closing: Friday 19 September 2025
Part Time (32 hrs 30 min p/w) – Permanent
Frank R Pullar Children’s centre is currently seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our their team in the capacity of Food Safety Supervisor.
This role is ideal for professionals committed to promoting healthy eating habits and delivering nutritious, high-quality meals to children within our long day care services. Working across our four centres, the successful applicant will be responsible for preparing morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea, while ensuring compliance with all food safety standards and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of meals for children in accordance with set menus and dietary guidelines
• Adherence to the Council’s Food Safety Program and relevant legislative requirements
• Maintenance of a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in a commercial kitchen setting
• Sound knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene practices
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate or willingness to get one
• Certificate III in Commercial Cooking or willingness to obtain.
• Employee Working With Children Check
• HLTAID012 First Aid in a Childcare Setting Certificate
• HLTAID009 CPR certificate
• Anaphylaxis Certificate

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive team, contribute to children’s health and wellbeing, and enjoy the flexibility of casual employment.
If you are passionate about early childhood nutrition and food safety, we welcome your application.
For further information about this position, please contact Julie Goodwin, Coordinator – Children’s Services on (03) 5832 9815.
Note: This position is subject to a 6 month qualifying period in accordance with the Fair Work Australia minimum employment period. During the qualifying period employees will be provided with appropriate on-going induction, support, assistance, resources and training to enable them to meet the required performance standards for the position.
First Nations people are encouraged to apply. Council is committed to Child Safety and Wellbeing and adheres to Child Safe Standards and obligations under the Reportable Conduct Scheme of the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005.
Please note that applications which do not specifically address the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description will not be considered.
All applications must be submitted to the Council by the closing date shown on the advertisement.

• Preparation of meals for children in accordance with set menus and dietary guidelines
• Adherence to the Council’s Food Safety Program and relevant legislative requirements
• Maintenance of a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environmen