Canteen Assistant - Casual Position

Agreement Classification: School Operational Services Level 1 

The Canteen Assistant supports the efficient daily operations of the school canteen by working collaboratively with the canteen team to provide a high-quality food service. This role involves assisting with food preparation, maintaining a clean and hygienic environment, and supporting the service of meals during break times. This position plays an important part in delivering nutritious and enjoyable food options to students and staff, while upholding standards of safety, cleanliness, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with daily food preparation and service during break times
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the canteen
• Support stock replenishment, equipment cleaning, and general kitchen duties
• Assist with catering for school events as directed

About You:

• Experience in food services (essential)
• Food Safety Certificate or willingness to obtain
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Friendly, organised, and adaptable, with strong attention to hygiene

Additional Requirements:

• Current Working with Children Check (or able to obtain)
• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Additional Information

St Columba Anglican School has a zero tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to promoting child safety, children's wellbeing and protecting children from abuse.

The successful applicant must comply with St Columba Anglican School’s child safety policies and related policies and procedures (including the Code of Conduct), upholding the overarching principles and values set out and conducting themselves in accordance with the commitment to take all reasonable steps to promote the safety of children.

Mandatory Criteria

The applicant must have or be able to obtain prior to commencing work, a current Working with Children Check. The applicant will need to have a current First Aid Certificate, or the school can arrange for one to be completed. 

Applications are to be submitted by Monday 21 July 2025 and are to include a cover letter and resume.