Canteen Assistant

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Canberra; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 weeks parental leave

Professional development support

People Wellbeing Program, Flourish

Opportunities to transfer within the 7

Job summary

St Francis Xavier College in Canberra seeks a proactive Canteen Assistant to support daily food service for students, staff and visitors. You will help prepare, cook and serve beverages and meals while keeping a clean, well-stocked, and hygienic service area in line with food safety and WHS procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork with teachers and volunteers, stock intake, delivery checks and maintaining presentation-ready serving areas. Full-time position with negotiable start date.

Qualifications

• WWVP clearance required
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages, including hot and cold drinks, ensuring a welcoming and efficient service.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic work environment in accordance with WHS and food safety requirements.
• Support daily canteen operations through stock management, deliveries, storage and presentation of served items.

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.

For further information about the College, please visit our website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries

Jennifer Madgwick on 02 6258 1055 or via [e-mail]

Application queries

Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via [e-mail]