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Canteen Assistant


Company : Catholic Education


Location : Belconnen, Australian Capital Territory


Created : 2025-07-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Employment Status:Part-time | 20 hours per fortnightEligibility:Australian Citizen or Permanent ResidentSalary:$66,909 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on skills and experienceStart Date:Wednesday, 6 August 2025, Term 3About St Monica''s Primary SchoolSt Monicas is an inclusive learning community dedicated to supporting students and staff alike. Serving the Canberra suburbs of Evatt, Melba, Spence, McKellar, and surrounding areas, St Monicas places students at the heart of all we do. Our professional and dedicated team is committed to nurturing the spiritual, social, emotional, and academic growth of every student, supported by a collaborative work environment for staff. Teachers are encouraged to connect with school leadership to explore how our community can support their professional journey and contribute to a shared vision for student success and holistic development.About the RoleThe Canteen Assistant plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the school canteen, ensuring the provision of healthy, nutritious, and appealing food choices to students and staff. Working under the direction of the Canteen Manager, this role involves assisting with food preparation, customer service, stock management, and ensuring the canteen is kept clean, safe, and compliant with food safety standards and regulations.The Canteen Assistant helps create a friendly and welcoming environment, supports efficient service during busy periods, and promotes healthy eating habits within the school community.Benefits and Opportunities24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)Support for professional development and study opportunitiesAccess our People Wellbeing Program,FlourishOpportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choiceQualificationsACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).Application ProcessApplicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.This position involves working with children.Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.For further information about the School, please visit ourwebsite. Information about theCatholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG)canbe accessedhere.Position-specific queries:Please contact Lisa Harrison 02 6258 5105 or via email lisa.harris@cg.catholic.edu.auApplication queries:Please contact the Recruitment team on 026234 5427or via emailrecruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au#S-DNI #J-18808-Ljbffr