Canteen Supervisor

St Philomena'S Cps Bathurst; Bathurst; On-site; AUD 14,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

St Philomena’s Catholic Primary School in Bathurst is seeking a Canteen Supervisor to oversee daily canteen operations, ensuring healthy, hygienic food and financial sustainability. The role supports staff and students, with duties spanning opening/closing, stock management, budgeting and volunteer supervision.

The successful candidate will hold the required Food Safety supervision qualification, a current Working with Children Check, and experience in catering/ordering within a school canteen

Qualifications

• Statement of Attainment in Food Safety Supervision (essential).
• Holding a current Employee Working with Children Check.
• Experience in a food handling/preparation setting.
• Experience with ordering/catering.
• Experience with Health Canteen Guideline.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and oversee daily canteen operations, including opening/closing routines.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene practices and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct stock checks, manage inventory and order supplies.
• Adhere to budget while ensuring affordable canteen value for students and families.
• Lead canteen staff and volunteers; develop rosters and provide training on food handling and WHS.

Skills

Food handling experience

Catering and ordering

Volunteer management

Education

Statement of Attainment in Food Safety Supervision

Employee Working with Children Check

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time

Applications Close: 4 December 2026

Play a key role supporting a busy school community.

Canteen Supervisor | St Philomena's CPS, Bathurst
Co-educational, Years K-6
Permanent Part-time Position, 25 hours per fortnight
Commencing: 28 January 2027

About the Role
We are seeking an organised, proactive and community-minded Canteen Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of our school canteen.

The Canteen Supervisor is responsible for the efficient and financially sustainable management of the canteen, ensuring students and staff have access to healthy, nutritious and hygienically prepared food.

• Plan, organise and oversee daily operations, including opening and closing procedures
• Implement and maintain food safety and hygiene practices as per regulations
• Conduct regular stock checks, manage inventory levels and order supplies
• Adhere to the school’s budget and financial requirements while ensuring the service remains financially sustainable and provides affordable value for students and families.
• Lead and support canteen assistants and volunteers to ensure a positive and productive working environment.
• Develop volunteer rosters and provide induction and training on food handling, hygiene, and WHS practices

A copy of the position description can be found here.

About You
We are looking for someone who can address the following selection criteria:

• Statement of Attainment in Food Safety Supervision (essential)
• Hold a current Employee Working with Children Check
• Previous experience in a food handing/preparation setting
• Experience in ordering/catering
• Experience with Health Canteen Guideline

About Our Offer

• A great opportunity to make a difference in students’ lives
• Positive, engaging and supportive culture
• Term work only, be paid through the holidays
• Hospitality role with the perks of school hours

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 10,000 students and 2,000 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

St Philomena's Catholic Primary School, located on Wiradjuri Land at the base of Wahluu (commonly known as Mount Panorama), is a faith community that is inspired by the person and teachings of Jesus Christ. It respects the dignity of each member of the community and is committed to a quality Catholic education that develops students to their full potential. Our school's mission revolves around three key banners: encounter, achieve, flourish. We believe in providing dignified encounters that allow students to connect deeply with their faith and the love exemplified by Jesus. Through a resilient mindset and a celebration of learning, our students achieve their full potential, leading to them flourishing in all aspects of life.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is committed to a culture where children are safe, supported and nurtured to grow and develop.

The protection and wellbeing of children and young people is based upon the belief that each person is made in the image and likeness of God, and that the inherent dignity of all should be recognised and fostered.

We have systems, processes and policies in place that make up our safeguarding framework, the purpose of which is to protect the children and young people who attend our schools.

CEDB is committed to the Child Safe Standards and working to continuously improve child safetyin our organisation with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Primary
Gender: Coed

201 Students
12 TeachingStaff
10 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

St Philomena’s Catholic Primary School is located at the base of Mt. Panorama and is part of the Bathurst Diocese. As a Catholic School, we have an important role in fostering the Spiritual and Moral development of the children in our care. We strive to integrate religious truths and values with daily living, keeping abreast of social and technological changes, preparing our students for the adult world of which they will become part. At St Philomena’s we attempt to meet and challenge the individual and collective needs of students living in today’s multi-cultural society. We draw enlightenment and inspiration from the example and teachings of The Sisters of Mercy who came to St Philomena’s in 1901, and stayed for over 80 years teaching and spreading the ‘good news’ of Jesus Christ. St Philomena’s School is part of the Cathedral Parish of Ss Michael & John.