Canteen Assistant - St Paul's College,Kempsey

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools; Kempsey; Hybrid; AUD 32,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

St Paul’s College, Kempsey is inviting applications for a part-time Canteen Assistant. The role involves assisting in canteen operations, maintaining cleanliness, and upholding safety and food handling standards.

You must hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check, support the Catholic ethos, comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead policy, and contribute to a safe, welcoming food service environment.

Knowledge of WHS protocols is essential and two referees should be provided.

Qualifications

• Identify the Mission of a Catholic School in dealings with the public.
• Work in a team environment and with school volunteers.
• Plan, organise and monitor canteen operations.
• Food handling certificate - recommended.
• Ability to fulfil all WHS policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Identify the Mission of a Catholic School in dealing with children, parents and staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues and volunteers to run the canteen.
• Plan, organise and monitor daily canteen operations.
• Health and safety compliance in service delivery.
• Uphold WHS policies and maintain clean facilities.

Skills

Teamwork

Canteen ops

WHS compliance

Food handling

Catholic ethos

Job description

St Paul's College, Kempsey

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position:

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Canteen Assistant

Position Type: Part-time temporary
Hours / FTE: 36 hours per fortnight
Commencement date: 28 January 2027
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Classification & Benefits:
This role is classified as Level 3 (averaged) under the NSW and ACT Systemic Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025 as updated or reviewed.
Detailed information regarding the level, salary increments, and general employment conditions can be found within the Agreement.

Applicants must:

• hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
• have a knowledge of and commitment to the Catholic ethos and mission of the school
  
• comply with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy upon appointment
• uphold high standards of cleanliness and ensure equipment maintenance is reported and logged.
• monitor Work Health and Safety (WHS) protocols to ensure a safe environment for staff and customers

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the following criteria:

• Ability to identify the Mission of a Catholic School and demonstrate Christian values in dealing with children, parents, teachers and the general public
• Ability to work in a team environment and with school volunteers
• Ability to plan, organise, monitor canteen operations
• Food handling certificate - recommended
• Ability to fulfil all WHS policies and Procedures

Enquiries should be made directly to the school: [e-mail]

Your application should address the above criteria including the nomination of two (2) referees.

Applications close: 3:00 pm Friday 20 November 2026

Hastings Region

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.
Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.
An Equal Opportunity Employer.