WHEN Bowraville Central School staff members Megan Cochrane and Mr Briggs had the innovative idea to turn an inadequate stair access into an open deck area, The Deck Café was born.

The Deck Café was created to give Cert II hospitality and food technology students access to hands-on experience, and was the staging point for the school’s Young Archies portrait display on Tuesday 5 April.

The BCS students prepared and served food and refreshments to parents, carers and community members who had come to view the student’s artworks.

Lori Wilson, a Hospitality Teacher at Bowraville Central School, was there to oversee students putting their skills into practice.

“The Deck Café gives students a real-world experience in working in the hospitality industry,” said Lori.

The Deck Café will now be used for special occasions at the school and for the use of Year 12 students and staff.

There are plans in the works for shade cover to be put over the decking to finish the project.

Students can access fresh herbs and bush tucker from the green wall next to the food and technology classroom.

“The Café is an extra for Year 12 students and staff as an alternative to the canteen,” said Megan Cochrane, BCS Community Liaison Officer.

 

By Karen GRIBBIN