Food Technology Assistant - Taree

Catholic Schools Office; Taree; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

St Clare's High School, Taree is seeking a temporary part-time Food Technology Assistant (6 hours per week) to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months. The role involves maintaining the kitchen, supporting the Food Technology and Hospitality Faculty, and assisting with lessons and events.

The ideal candidate will have a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate, First Aid, and a valid WWCC, with a focus on safety and collaboration within a school environment.

Qualifications

• Clear understanding of Catholic Education and support for school ethos.
• Ability to work with staff, students and the community.
• Knowledge of current food safety practices and standards.
• Maintain equipment, resources and kitchen documentation.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Experience in school food handling/preparation or similar.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the kitchen daily.
• Support teachers and staff to prepare supplies for lessons.
• Assist with catering for school events as required.
• Keep kitchen documentation accurate and up-to-date.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Food handling

Safety awareness

Education

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Job description

St Clare's High School, Taree is seeking a temporary part time (6hrs p/w) Food Technology Assistant to join the team in January 2027 for 12 months.

St Clare's was established in 1971 as a systemic, coeducational, regional high school catering for students from Taree, Forster/Tuncurry, Wingham, Bulahdelah, Krambach/Nabiac and Gloucester parishes. It continues a tradition of quality secondary education in the Manning/Great Lakes Region which commenced in 1926, at Taree, by the Sisters of St Joseph.

St Clare's excellent standing in the local community and its consistently high academic results are directly attributable to the positive relationships staff form with students. Join an inclusive and well-rounded High School educating students in Manning Valley area.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The position of Food Technology/Hospitality Assistant will be responsible for managing general cleanliness, tidiness, and smooth operation of the kitchen on a daily basis. This position will support the Teachers and the Food and Hospitality Faculty to prepare and coordinative supplies for lessons, school community and events where required.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic Education and to actively supporting the Catholic ethos and culture of the school
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and communicate with school staff, students and the community
• Demonstrated knowledge of current food safety practices and standards
• Demonstrated ability to maintain equipment, resources and accurate kitchen documentation for Food Technology and Hospitality
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a safe working environment
• Demonstrated experience in food handling and preparation in a school environment or equivalent

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Current First Aid Certificate
• Current paid Working with Children Check (WWCC) number

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Christine Harmer, Principal on Tel: (************* or via email: ***********************************

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications close: Sunday 22nd November 2026 at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.