Canteen Manager in Sydney

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School, Waitara was established in 1898 by the Sisters of Mercy. The school is situated in the Hornsby district of Sydney's north and has a current enrolment of 320 students. Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School, Waitara is currently seeking a Canteen Manager. This is a permanent part-time opportunity working 22 hours a fortnight commencing on 28 January 2027. The working days for this role are Thursday and Friday.

The Canteen Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations and financial management of the school canteen in accordance with Catholic Schools Broken Bay (CSBB) protocols and relevant government regulations. This position requires strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as a commitment to providing a safe, healthy, and welcoming canteen environment for students, staff, and the wider school community.

Specific Criteria

• Oversee the financial operations of the canteen in line with CSBB policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, manage daily takings, and reconcile Qkr! transactions.
• Conduct regular stocktakes and maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Order stock using CSBB-qualified suppliers and manage inventory efficiently.
• Ensure all food handling and storage practices meet NSW Food Authority standards.
• Ensure compliance with the NSW Government Healthy School Canteen Strategy.
• Maintain Healthy Canteen status and adhere to all relevant CSBB and NSW Health guidelines.
• Comply with local Council health and safety regulations, including readiness for audits and inspections.
• Coordinate and manage the servicing and maintenance of all canteen equipment (e.g., refrigerators, ovens, freezers).
• Recruit, schedule, and manage parent and community volunteers.
• Ensure all volunteers complete mandatory Child Protection and Food Safety training.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with all stakeholders, including volunteers, students, staff, and parents.
• Manage the Qkr! online ordering system, including uploading menu items, managing availability, generating reports, and producing labels.
• Respond to queries regarding missing orders or payments in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate effectively with the Principal, Senior Administration Officer, and Parent Engagement Coordinator.
• Have a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate and First Aid in an Education and Care Setting, including current certification in Asthma Management and Anaphylaxis Awareness and Emergency Response.

Qualifications and Accreditations

• Practising Catholic and/or can demonstrate an understanding and commitment to the ethos of the Catholic faith in an educational context.
• Valid Working with Children Check.

Application Closing Date: COB, Friday, 6th November 2026. At Catholic Schools Broken Bay, child safety is paramount. Our commitment is for our school communities to be spaces where every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to grow and flourish. We actively seek individuals who recognise and are willing to commit to safeguarding as a shared responsibility.