Tuckshop Convenor (Supervisor) - St Joseph'S Parish School, Weipa

Catholic Education Dioceses Of Cairns; Weipa Town; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading

Salary packaging options

Employer Superannuation Contributions

Long service leave after 7 years

14 Weeks' paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

St Joseph's Parish School in Weipa is seeking a Tuckshop Convenor to lead its busy tuckshop operations. The role focuses on creating quality food experiences and delivering high-quality service to students and staff.

The successful candidate will manage menu planning, stock purchasing, daily operations and ensure food safety standards using available equipment. Reports to the Principal and collaborates on pricing and maintenance.

Qualifications

• This position relies heavily on teamwork, effective communication and health and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Menu planning and purchasing/stock ordering.
• Manage daily tuckshop operations and staff rostering.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and equipment maintenance.
• Uphold the school's food service standards and budget.
• Promote the tuckshop on the school Facebook page.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Health & Safety

Education

Blue Card

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Tuckshop Convenor (Supervisor)

Commencement Date: Term 1, 2027
Employment Type: Term Time, Permanent - 30 hours per week
Salary Range: Services Staff Level 3 - $34.17 to $35.62 gross per hour plus 12.75% Super
Closing Date for Applications: 3pm Tuesday 10th November 2026, unless filled prior

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so please apply as soon as possible

St Joseph's Parish School, Weipa

St Joseph's Parish School is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Tuckshop Convenor to lead the day-to-day operations of our busy and much-loved school tuckshop.

This rewarding role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating great food experiences and takes pride in delivering high-quality service to students and staff. The Tuckshop Convenor will oversee all aspects of tuckshop operations, ensuring the provision of fresh, appealing food and drinks in a welcoming, efficient environment.

Key responsibilities include menu planning, purchasing and ordering stock, managing daily operations, and ensuring full compliance with food safety standards and equipment maintenance requirements. The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting our Smart Food Choices school environment and enhancing the overall tuckshop experience.

The tuckshop is a highly valued service within our school community, and this role provides an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to student wellbeing and school life.

The Tuckshop Convenor reports directly to the Principal and will meet regularly to collaborate on all matters relating to tuckshop operations. These discussions may include menu development, new product ideas, pricing, and equipment maintenance or upgrade needs.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Actively plan for and maintain high standards of management and administration.
• Order goods from suppliers in accordance with the requirements set out by the school
• To manage the rostering of staff and volunteers ensuring adequate and essential training and induction processes are followed.
• To be aware of and comply with regulations and expectations for health and safety at all times.
• To be aware of and comply with the annual budget for Tuckshop.
• Actively promote the Tuckshop on the school Facebook page.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

This position relies heavily on teamwork, effective communication and a knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.

The successful applicant is required to:

• Undergo Mandatory Student Protection training,
• Hold a current Blue Card,
• Hold or be willing to obtain a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate,
• Have the ability to manage and lead staff and volunteers in a professional and positive manner,
• Possess excellent organisational skills, initiative and enthusiasm,
• To uphold the staff Code of Conduct at all times, and
• Be fully supportive of the ethos of Catholic Education

PREFERRED BUT NON-ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• First Aid qualifications
• Accredited Barista training
• Experience using online rostering software -Flexischools

What we offer

• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• Access to additional Employer Superannuation Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks' paid parental leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

For further information about the role, please download the Position Description Tuckshop Supervisor St Joseph's School, Weipa Position Description.pdf

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.

Enquiries

Acting Principal
Melanie Turner
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