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Canteen Assistant (Education Support Employee)

Ave Maria College (see more jobs from this school)


Canteen

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.32 FTE)

Applications Close: 7 July 2025


Applications are invited for a suitably qualified Canteen Assistant for an ongoing Education Support Employee (ESE) position commencing 21st July 2025. This is a part time role: 0.32 FTE. It is expected that the role would cover the hours of 10.30 am – 1.30 pm on days worked: Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursday and Fridays.

<p>The Canteen Assistant is a service focussed position, ensuring the school canteen operates safely, efficiently and cost effectively. The position with assist with daily canteen operations including food preparation, service, and cleanup.</p> <p>Please refer to the website for the Position Description.</p> <p><strong><u>Qualifications / Experience</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Previous experience in a school canteen, café, or similar fast-paced food environment is beneficial.</li> <li>Understanding safe food preparation, storage, and hygiene practices.</li> <li>Basic cash handling or point-of-sale (POS) experience</li> <li>Familiarity with electronic ordering/payment systems such as Flexischools is an advantage.</li> <li>Ability to follow instructions and work in a team</li> <li>Demonstrates reliability, initiative, and a cooperative attitude in a team environment.</li> </ul> <p>The successful applicant will be expected to support and uphold the Strategic Direction of the College. They will be supported by the leadership structures within the College, as well as an effective Professional Learning program.</p> <p>The successful applicant will have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.</p> <p>The full terms and conditions are in accordance with the CEMEA (2022).</p> <p>Upon commencement the successful applicant will have obtained a valid Working with Children Check (Employee status) and National Police Record Check.&nbsp;<br> &nbsp;</p> <p><strong><u>Application Requirements</u></strong></p> <p>Applicants for the positions currently advertised are asked to ensure that the following documentation is submitted by:&nbsp;</p> <ol> <li>A <i>completed</i> Application Form</li> <li>A one-page cover letter addressed to the Acting Principal, Dane Calleja, outlining your interest and suitability for the position</li> <li>A statement of no more than two pages addressing the Selection Criteria contained in the relevant Position Description.</li> <li>A current Curriculum Vitae, including scanned copies of any academic transcripts, your WWC registration and proof of identification.</li> </ol> <p><strong>Applications are to be submitted electronically, via the Employment section of the College website:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://avemaria.vic.edu.au/about-us/employment" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://avemaria.vic.edu.au/about-us/employment</strong></a></p> <p><i>Applications will be assessed as they are received. Therefore, candidates&nbsp;may be contacted prior to the application closing date.&nbsp;</i></p> <p>If you require further information about the advertised positions, you are invited to contact the Executive Assistant to the Principal via Phone (03 9331 9302) or email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:candice.tuccitto@avemaria.vic.edu.au?subject=Canteen%20Assistant%20%28Education%20Support%20Employee%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>candice.tuccitto@avemaria.vic.edu.au</a>?subject=Canteen%20Assistant%20%28Education%20Support%20Employee%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:candice.tuccitto@avemaria.vic.edu.au?subject=Canteen%20Assistant%20%28Education%20Support%20Employee%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">candice.tuccitto@avemaria.vic.edu.au</a></p>
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<p>To apply for this position, please visit our website <a href="https://avemaria.vic.edu.au/about-us/employment" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://avemaria.vic.edu.au/about-us/employment</strong></a></p> <p>to review the application process.</p>