Casual Café Assistant in Melbourne

Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 4 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.

The Role

Are you passionate about food, education, and creating a dynamic learning environment? An exciting opportunity awaits for a Casual Café Assistant to be part of our student-led café at the Caulfield Campus — during school terms only. This unique role blends hospitality with hands-on learning, supporting students as they gain real-world experience in our Café Program. As a Café Assistant, you'll play a key role in managing food orders and stock control, receiving deliveries and maintaining kitchen safety and cleanliness. You'll be rostered across weekdays (Monday to Friday), with flexibility based on the Café Program schedule during term time only. If you're looking for a role that’s more than just hospitality — one that makes a difference in students’ learning journeys — we’d love to hear from you!

Key Duties

• Supporting students with curriculum-based Learning Outcomes for the Café Program
• Collaborating with the Café Manager to guide and evaluate student performance
• Prepare food trays/trolleys for practical classes as needed
• Collaborate with Café Manager for food orders and procure additional goods as necessary
• Ensure proper storage of fruit, vegetables, and cold items
• Participate in stock-takes and attend meetings
• Offer general support during special events, such as School Open Days
• Purchase of goods not included in bulk orders as required
• Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours.

Skills and Experience

• Experience with Practical Food Hygiene
• Previous exposure to Food preparation
• The ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a team
• Any relevant Food or Hospitality qualifications would be desirable
• First Aid Certificate would be advantageous
• Employment Working with Children’s Check

Why Caulfield Grammar School

Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.

Our Benefits

• Competitive base and Superannuation
• Access to outstanding facilities and resources
• Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to all ISV resources as a member of ISV
• Access to BENY app with discounts exclusive to Caulfield employees

How to Apply

Please submit your application by clicking on the APPLY button to be directed to our website. Applications will be reviewed and screened upon submission.

Caulfield Grammar School is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our School community. All employees, direct/indirect contact volunteers, third party contractors and external education providers are required to comply with our Child and Youth Safe Policy and our Child and Youth Safe Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo background checks as per the Schools Security Vetting Policy and guidelines.