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All Saints’ College Maitland is seeking a Permanent Part-Time (25 hours per week) Canteen Officer to join the team in 2026. This role is to be worked 5 hours each day from Monday to Friday.
All Saints’ College, Maitland is a coeducational Catholic secondary school for Years 7–12, operating within the Maitland-Newcastle Diocese. With approximately 1,250 students and over 190 staff across two campuses, it is the largest school in the Diocese and one of the largest Catholic schools in New South Wales. Years 7–10 are located on the Junior Campus, while Years 11 and 12 are located on the nearby Senior Campus.
Our Vision is “Together we serve as faith-filled learners, seeking an authentic connection with Christ”. This is reflected in our Mission statement, which is centred on four core values: Seek, Serve, Learn, and Connect. These values are integral to the school life and shapes the formation of the staff and students within our All Saints’ College community.
All Saints’ College is committed to fostering excellence through a broad range of educational, creative, sporting, and faith-based opportunities. We aim to develop lifelong learners and critical thinkers who build meaningful relationships and contribute positively to society.
Our dedicated staff bring unwavering support, generating a learning environment where our students reflect dynamic spirit and richness. All Saints’ College welcomes applicants to share in the mission, vision, identity and life of our community.
The Canteen Officer is responsible for maintaining the day-to-day operations of the school canteen including opening and closing the canteen and preparing and selling menu items as per the canteen menu. The position requires the ability to follow relevant food handling and money handling policies in addition to maintaining a cooperative working environment and provide a friendly, customer focused service to studentsand staff within the school community.
Desired Skills and Experience
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
Demonstrated understanding of current Work, Health and Safety requirements.
Knowledge of preparation, proper storage and disposal of food.
Knowledge of cleaning, and hand hygiene.
Practical experience in the operation of a café or canteen.
Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment and the ability to achieve organisational and team values, goals and objectives and to behave professionally.
Experience in handling cash.
QUALIFICATIONS
Food Supervisor Certificate or undertaking to complete the course within 2 years of employment
Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Contact Tony McCudden, Principal on Tel: (02) 4933 6933 or via email: tony.mccudden@mn.catholic.edu.au
TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND
Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response is addressed under each heading and each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.
Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.
Applications close: Sunday 24th August 2025at 11.59pm
Additional information
The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.
