Canteen Assistant – Holy Family Parish – Gowrie Act

Location: Holy Family Primary – Gowrie ACT
Employment Type: Temporary
Employment Status: Part-time – 10 hours per fortnight
Salary: $58,801 (pro rata for part time appointment)
Employment Term: 24 April 2023 – 25 Janaury 2024
Closing Date:11.55pm, Monday 3 April 2023

Holy Family Primary school is a place that is constantly adapting to the changing needs of young people and their world. It is a place where all students can discover who they are and develop the self-confidence to take on new challenges. Our commitment is to unlock the talents of every individual student and help them on their way to a lifetime of self-discovery and fulfilment.

About the Role

The Canteen Assistant  will be integral in the planning and preparation of a healthy and creative menu, ordering and maintaining adequate stock levels, and the overall effective operation of the school canteen. 

Essential Criteria

Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• Experience or willingness to learn: in ordering stock, maintaining adequate stock levels and conducting regular stock takes.
• Ability to liaise with The Canteen Manager and be accountable to the employer
• Excellent time management and organisaiton skills and the ability to work unsupervised.
• Ability to communicate effectively, promoting harmony and mutual respect among volunteers.
• Ability to ensure a welcoming and supportive environment in the canteen.
• Ability to maintain a safe and hygienic environment in accordance with hygiene standards as laid down by the Health Protection Services, ACT Department of Health.
• Willingness to attend workshops/seminars directly related to school canteens.

Application Process

Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the position description.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.

For further information about the School, please visit our school website here.

Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.

Position specific queries: Please contact Kate Markcrow on 02 6292 1222 or via email [email protected]

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment Team on 02 6218 0007 or via email [email protected]