Food Technology Assistant 2027

St Francis Catholic College; Melton; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave & salary packaging

Discounted school fees

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

College gym access

Professional development

Job summary

St Francis Catholic College in Cobblebank is seeking an organised and enthusiastic Food Technology Assistant to support hands-on learning at our Cobblebank Campus. You will coordinate food orders, prepare ingredients and equipment for practical classes, and help ensure learning spaces are safe and ready for students.

This full-time, ongoing role starts January 2027. The successful applicant will work closely with teaching staff to enable engaging lessons and contribute to a welcoming,

Responsibilities

• Coordinate food orders
• Prepare ingredients and equipment for practical classes
• Maintain safe and hygienic learning spaces
• Help ensure students have the resources they need to thrive

Job description

St Francis Catholic College is a co-educational, multi-campus secondary school seeking a passionate and committed person to join its growing team.

Known and respected for its learning and wellbeing programs, the College opened a new campus in Cobblebank in 2023 with an intake of 140 Year 7 students and will accommodate 1500 Year 7-12 students by 2028.

Our Year 7-12 Melton West campus, with its exceptional facilities and secondary pathways, is the foundation upon which our new campus will be modelled.

St Francis Catholic College nurtures each student’s spiritual and academic growth in a supportive, caring, encouraging, and faith-filled environment.

Food Technology Assistant - Cobblebank Campus 2027

St Francis Catholic College is seeking an organised and enthusiastic Food Technology Assistant to support engaging, hands-on learning experiences at our growing Cobblebank Campus. Working closely with teaching staff, you will coordinate food orders, prepare ingredients and equipment for practical classes, maintain safe and hygienic learning spaces, and help ensure students have the resources they need to thrive. If you enjoy working in a collaborative school environment and have a passion for food and organisation, we encourage you to apply!

Commencing January 2027, this is a full-time, ongoing position.

Information provided will be treated in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth)

Applications close: Monday 26 October at 3pm.

Classification: Education Support Category B
Salary Range: $56,579 - $72,459 per annum

Why Join St Francis Catholic College?

Some of the benefits you can expect include:

Generous leave entitlements and salary packaging, including a paid flexible leave day per school year

Discounted school fees for staff with children attending the College

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing free confidential counselling support

Access to the College gym (available upon induction, before and after school)

Professional development opportunities and encouraged career progression

A strong culture of wellbeing, support, and collaboration across both campuses

Note: MACS is committed to the safety, well-being, and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire a Working with Children's Check and National Police Check.

Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.

St Francis Catholic College is committed to providing every child with a Child Safe environment and is committed to a vigorous and proactive Child Safety Culture.