Canteen Assistant

CG; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 weeks parental leave

Professional development support

Wellbeing program Flourish

Inter-school transfer opportunities

Job summary

Catholic Education's St Francis Xavier College in Canberra is seeking a Canteen Assistant to deliver a welcoming, efficient food service for students and staff. You will assist with preparation, cooking and serving beverages and meals while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

The role involves stock management, receiving deliveries, keeping presentation high, and collaborating with teachers and volunteers.

Qualifications

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages, including hot and cold drinks, ensuring a clean, hygienic workstation.
• Support daily canteen operations through stock management, receiving and checking deliveries, and storing supplies.
• Ensure serving areas remain well stocked and presentation-ready.
• Provide friendly and responsive service to students, staff and visitors; collaborate with teachers, students and volunteers.

Job description

Salary Range: $67,470 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable

About St Francis Xavier College

St Francis Xavier College is a large 7 -12 comprehensive Catholic secondary school which has served the people of Canberra for nearly 50 years. We are dedicated to a learning culture of innovation and excellence and in supporting our students to become confident, curious and resilient learners, and as such have become a destination school in the Belconnen region.

About the Role

The Canteen Assistant plays an important role in delivering a welcoming, efficient, and high-quality food service experience to our school community. The successful applicant will assist with the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages, including hot and cold drinks, while maintaining a clean, organised, and hygienic work environment. The role involves supporting daily canteen operations through stock management, receiving and checking deliveries, storing supplies appropriately, and ensuring serving areas remain well stocked and presentation-ready. The Canteen Assistant provides friendly and responsive service to students, staff, and visitors, works collaboratively with teachers, students, and volunteers involved in canteen activities, and contributes to a safe workplace by adhering to food safety requirements and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) procedures at all times.

Benefits and Opportunities

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave, regardless of caregiver status
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.