Canteen Supervisor

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition fee concessions

Wellbeing support

Free parking

Accommodation in term breaks

Job summary

St Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated Food Services Tuckshop Coordinator to lead the daily operations of Café 45 and Upper Primary Tuckshop. You will coordinate staff, oversee menus, manage stock and budgets, and deliver high standards of service to support student wellbeing.

The role suits someone with food service leadership experience, a Food Safety Supervisor certificate, and strong cost-control skills within a school setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading food service, catering, hospitality or retail food operations.
• Food Safety Supervisor certificate and knowledge of food safety legislation and hygiene standards.
• Experience managing staff performance, rostering, training and day-to-day activities.
• Strong inventory control, purchasing, budgeting and cost management knowledge.
• Experience developing nutritious menu options and managing allergens/dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of Café 45 and Upper Primary Tuckshop.
• Coordinate staff, rostering and training to ensure smooth service.
• Oversee menu development, stock control and budgeting.
• Deliver high standards of customer service and support student wellbeing.

Skills

Food service leadership

Stock management

Budgeting

Menu development

Allergen management

Staff rostering

Communication

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Christian ethos

Job description

St Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Food Services Tuckshop Coordinator to join our Food Services team.

You will lead the daily operations of Café 45 and Upper Primary Tuckshop, coordinating staff, overseeing menu development, managing stock and budgets, and delivering a high standard of customer service. You will play an important role in supporting student wellbeing by providing nutritious food options in a safe and welcoming environment.

• Location: Indooroopilly, Brisbane
• Start Date: January 2027
• Employment Type: Full Time, Term Time/Permanent

What You Bring

• Demonstrated experience leading food service, catering, hospitality or retail food operations.
• Food Safety Supervisor certificate and sound knowledge of food safety legislation, hygiene standards and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing staff performance, rostering, training and day-to-day operational activities.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control, purchasing, budgeting and cost management principles.
• Experience developing nutritious menu options and managing allergens, dietary requirements and healthy food programs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across the College community.
• Highly developed organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to the College’s Christian ethos and values.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with support for ongoing development
• Family-friendly benefits including tuition fee concessions
• Wellbeing support (EAP and annual flu vaccinations)
• Lifestyle and convenience perks: café, free parking, and Ironbark accommodation in term breaks
• A rich co-curricular program where staff can lead what they love

About Us

St Peters Lutheran College is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School of the Lutheran Church located on 52 acres just 7 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Established in 1945, St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care, and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together, academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.

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