TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers
Class Preparation Assistant – Cuisine and Hospitality
Location: Moruya Campus
Permanent Part Time Part Year – 17.5 hours per week for 41 weeks per year
$58,323 – $78,538 salary package - includes base salary ($56,191 - $69,195), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading (paid pro-rata)
At TAFE NSW, we are dedicated to life-changing impact.
That’s why we offer world-class training and education that delivers the skills needed for the jobs of today and tomorrow.
Life-changing impact starts with an incredible team that sees their career as an opportunity to transform someone’s world. Whether that’s inspiring students, supporting each other, or helping our communities and industries flourish.
We live by TAFE NSW values: Customer Focus, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. They define who we are, how we work, and inspire our performance.
We invest in our people
At TAFE NSW, you will discover a diverse, dynamic, and collaborative environment, where you can innovate, create value, and do meaningful work.
We provide you with tools, ongoing training and professional development, health and wellbeing programs, and flexible working options.
About the role
The Class Preparation Assistant is responsible for all hygiene and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and compliance criteria around responsible storage and disposal of food, as well as preparation of classroom commodities and food preparation and class set up. This role also maintains par stock and equipment levels to ensure supplies are adequate to meet classroom demand and provides services to support learning outcomes.
You will not be required to hold a teaching qualification and are not required to teach or prepare lessons. You will not be required to mark assessments.
About you
You have demonstrated experience working ideally within the Hospitality industry. You have a positive can-do attitude and a willingness to share your industry knowledge and support our students.
You will have:
Highly Regarded
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Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
TAFE NSW is committed to building a culturally safe and inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor listed below.
To apply for this role, click 'apply now' and provide:
Targeted Question: Can you describe a workplace health and safety incident that occurred within your workplace, specifically in a commercial catering, kitchen, or hospitality environment? Please provide details about how you effectively managed the situation.
A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now!
Applications close 11:55pm on Sunday 30 August 2026 AEST
Additional Information:
General recruitment and adjustment enquiries:
Contact Kate Pickett Talent Acquisition Advisor, via email at kate.pickett@tafensw.edu.au
Role-specific enquiries:
Contact Kim Lewis, Head Teacher Cuisine and Hospitality, via email at kim.lewis23@tafensw.edu.au or phone 041 9140878.
For support with preparing your application and understanding the recruitment process, visit our Application Process page, and explore the helpful resources available through I Work for NSW.
This is a child-related position. Successful candidates must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) prior to commencing. TAFE NSW will also conduct an Australian National Criminal Record Check on the preferred applicant as part of the pre‑employment process.
To be eligible for a position at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.
A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position and used to fill future vacancies.
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