Catering Assistant - Abbotsleigh School Cafe

Cater Care Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relish Discounts

On-the-job training

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Cater Care is recruiting a Catering Assistant / Barista for Abbotsleigh School Cafe in NSW. This casual role focuses on providing quality food and superb service to students, staff and visitors, with structured hours supporting work-life balance.

The successful candidate will prepare food, handle fast-paced service, maintain cleanliness, operate POS and help with stock and deliveries, while upholding food safety standards. NSW WWCC is essential or willing to obtain one.

Qualifications

• NSW Working With Children Check clearance or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience in fast-paced food service or school canteen environments preferred.
• Warm, positive attitude with strong communication with students and staff.
• Good time-management and ability to work set schedules during busy periods.
• Reliable and team-oriented with a willingness to assist across duties.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sandwiches, snacks and healthy meals per daily menu and school guidelines.
• Deliver fast, friendly customer service to students, staff and visitors.
• Maintain kitchen and dining areas clean and comply with food safety standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment, dishwashers and POS during peak hours.
• Assist Chef Manager with stock, deliveries, and proper food storage.

Skills

Barista skills

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Catering Assistant - Abbotsleigh School Cafe

Posted: 24/09/2026

Closing Date: 24/10/2026

Job Type: Casual

Bring your barista skills and a big smile to our vibrant school community.

Job Description

Are you seeking a rewarding hospitality role that truly respects your personal time? Step into a dynamic environment at the Abbotsleigh School Cafe, where structured hours promote an exceptional work-life balance. We are looking for an enthusiastic Catering Assistant / Barista to join our thriving campus community. In this fast-paced and supportive role, you will play a key part in crafting fresh, quality food and providing exceptional service to students, staff, and visitors. If you are a dependable, team-oriented professional ready to make a positive daily impact, we welcome your application.

What's In It For You

• Access exclusive Relish Discounts across more than 600 major retail brands, supermarkets, and specialty stores.
• Benefit from comprehensive, paid on-the-job training and ongoing professional development within a national catering company.
• Experience a welcoming, inclusive team culture that genuinely champions diversity, safety, and employee well-being.

What You'll Do

• Prepare high-quality ingredients, sandwiches, snacks, and healthy meals according to daily menu requirements and school guidelines.
• Deliver exceptional, fast, and friendly customer service to students, faculty members, and visitors during busy service periods.
• Maintain immaculate cleanliness across the kitchen, counters, and dining areas in strict accordance with food safety standards.
• Operate commercial kitchen equipment, dishwashers, and point-of-sale cash registers efficiently and accurately during peak hours.
• Assist the Chef Manager with stock rotation, unpacking deliveries, inventory checks, and ensuring correct storage of food products.

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

• Holding a valid, current NSW Working With Children Check clearance or the willingness to obtain one immediately is essential.
• Bringing previous experience in food preparation, fast-paced retail hospitality, or commercial canteen environments is highly regarded.
• Displaying a genuinely warm, positive attitude combined with excellent communication skills when interacting with children and staff.
• Possessing strong time-management skills and the physical stamina required to work efficiently during brisk breakfast rushes.
• Demonstrating a reliable work ethic and a commitment to working the set schedule

Why Cater Care

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian-owned contract catering service provider with 25 years of experience. We operate across multiple sectors including Aged Care, Education, Retail, and Remote Services. Through our values of Care, Pride, and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, and providing excellent career opportunities. We strongly encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.