At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and serve food, manage transactions, and keep the canteen clean and welcoming.
- Company: Hedland Senior High School, a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
- Benefits: Part-time role with flexible hours and a chance to make a difference in students' lives.
- Other info: Great opportunity for personal growth and to support student wellbeing.
- Why this job: Join a friendly team and contribute to a positive school community every day.
- Qualifications: Customer-focused, reliable, and able to work well under pressure.
The predicted salary is between 15.3 - 18.7 $ per hour.
About Hedland Senior High School
This is a permanent part-time (0.69 FTE) position commencing as soon as possible. Hedland Senior High School (SHS), located in the Pilbara, is an Independent Public School catering for students from Year 7 to Year 12. Our school prides itself on the staff's commitment to a system of positive behaviour supports which focus on care, courtesy, respect and responsibility. These values underpin our philosophy at Hedland SHS. All staff strive to maintain a school culture which encourages a high standard of behaviour and performance.
Role
As a Canteen Attendant, you will play an important role in supporting the daily operations of the Hedland Senior High School canteen. Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and serving food and beverages
- Operating the point-of-sale system
- Handling cash and EFTPOS transactions
- Restocking supplies
- Maintaining food preparation areas
- Ensuring the canteen remains clean, organised, and welcoming for students, staff and visitors
- Assisting with stock control and basic food preparation
- Receiving deliveries
- Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards in accordance with relevant health regulations and school procedures
- Washing dishes and utensils
- Cleaning kitchen equipment and work areas
- Supporting the efficient operation of the canteen during busy service periods
In this role, you will ideally be customer-focused, friendly, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. You should have good communication and organisational skills, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and a commitment to providing a high standard of service to the school community. A sound understanding of food handling, workplace health and safety requirements, and safe work practices will be highly regarded.
Key Requirements
We are seeking applicants who are:
- Friendly, approachable and customer service focused
- Reliable, organised and able to work efficiently under pressure
- Committed to maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness
- Able to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team environment
- Passionate about contributing positively to the school community
Join our team and help provide a welcoming and efficient canteen service that supports the wellbeing of our students and staff every day.
Eligibility
To work with us, you must:
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment
- Obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start
- Consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start
Canteen Attendant employer: Department of Education
The Department of Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement. As an Investigator in the Conduct and Integrity Division, you will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts the education sector while benefiting from professional development and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Located in Victoria, this role provides a unique chance to contribute to a high-performing team dedicated to upholding the highest standards of conduct and service delivery.
