Posted: 03/06/2026
Closing Date: 10/06/2026
Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Merewether Beach
Job Category: School Support Staff (Ancillary)
Holy Family Primary School, Merewether Beach is seeking a Permanent Part Time (6 hours per week - 3 hours a day) Canteen Manager to join the team as soon as possible.
Holy Family Primary School, Merewether Beach is located in the heart of Newcastle. The location of Merewether Beach has previously been named as Australia’s ‘best city beach’ with one of the most spectacular stretches of coast in Australia. Enjoy the lifestyle of relaxed beachside living along with convenient access to Newcastle’s CBD, a perfect hotspot for those looking for the ultimate see change. A school of 241, Holy Family Primary School provides a place where the creative and individual talents of each student and teacher is greatly appreciated, embraced and encouraged. Our school has a strong focus on community and is committed to supporting each individual student and teacher.
The Canteen Manager is responsible for the profitable management and operation of the school canteen according to the relevant policies, procedures and WHS legislation. The Canteen Manager will support the development of strong relationships within the school community in particular with the students, parents and volunteers, teachers and other school personnel.
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
- Experience in food preparation and service setting.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Demonstrated customer service skills particularly with children.
- Demonstrated skills in operating a food business.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise a small team and to show appropriate initiative.
- Demonstrated time management skills and ability to control day-today operations.
- Experience with volunteers and parent groups.
- Knowledge of basic financial management systems.
- Understanding of work health and safety and ability to meet legislative requirements.
- Demonstrated computer literacy using Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience in food safety and handling.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic Food Handling Certificate
- Current Food Supervisor Certificate
- 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 2025.
BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US
- Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
- A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Training and staff development programs
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Contact Shannon McGregor, Principal on Tel: (02) 4963 3009 or via email: [email protected]
TO APPLY
- 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 to 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: Wednesday 10th June at 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.
