Forest Crescent Primary School Parents & Citizens Association Inc.
School Canteen Assistants
Two positions available
1 x Part time (15-20hrs per week)
1 x Casual (5-10hrs per week)
Forest Crescent Primary School is an Independent Public Primary School of approximately 650 students. The canteen is run by the school’s Parents & Citizens Association who also provides lunch service to two additional nearby schools.
We are seeking both a Permanent Part time Canteen Assistant and a Casual Canteen Assistant to join our friendly team for immediate start in Term 2.
Both positions will report to the
Canteen Supervisor.
To be considered for either position, you will need to demonstrate the following essential criteria which will form the basis for the duties of the role:
• Have a friendly disposition, and a helpful nature when interacting with students, parents,
canteen staff, school staff and volunteers.
• Instruct new volunteers in correct food preparation and serving.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team, as well as independently when needed.
• Ability to assist with the day-to-day operations of the canteen.
• Ability to work in high pressure situations and a fast paced environment.
• Operate and assist with online ordering systems.
• Perform cleaning duties, including dishwashing, to maintain a clean and tidy work
environment.
Must have or be able to obtain:
• Working with Children Check
• National Police Clearance
• Current driver’s license
• Knowledge of the Department of Education's Healthy Food and Drink policy
• Traffic Light training
• FoodSafe Food Handler training (or its equivalent)
• Food Allergy Awareness training
Desirable criteria:
• Experience in a canteen or food service.
• Knowledge of Allergy Awareness
To be considered, applications should include a letter outlining your ability to meet the
above criteria, a current resume and two referees to the Forest Crescent P & C President, Ryan
Jenkins at: ***************@gmail.com to be submitted by 7th April 2024 with interviews in the week following.
Positions to commence in term 2 of school (15 April 2024).