Cafeteria Assistant (Cafeteria)
Employment
Part time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
School type
Secondary
Closing date
31 March 2026
Posted 27 Mar 2026
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1,047
Total students
49%
Boys
51%
Girls
83.5
Teaching FTE
39.4
Non-teaching FTE
1,056
ICSEA value
71st percentile · Average SES
13%
EAL/D Background
2%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Position Details
Cafeteria Assistant
Mater Dei College has the opportunity for a part-time, ongoing Cafeteria Assistant to become an integral part of the College’s Cafeteria team, commencing Term 2 2026 or as soon as practicable.
We are seeking a bubbly, approachable and initative-driven individual who is committed to supporting the Chef Manager and working collaboratively with the cafeteria team to provide nutritious and appealing meals to staff and students.
The Cafeteria Assistant will be in attendance Monday's to Friday's 10:00am to 2:00pm during the Term time only.
The Cafeteria Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks that are inclusive of, but not limited to:
• Assisting in the preparation of menu items, following recipes and portion control guidelines
• Washing, chopping, slicing and preparing ingredients under the guidance of the Chef Manager
• Using correct chemicals on food preparation area and kitchen equipment, adhering to food, health and safety standards
• Serving and attending to students and staff in a professional, welcoming and friendly manner
• Handling cash and eftpos transactions, ensuring efficient and accurate use of the cash register
Selection Criteria
The successful applicant will support the Catholic ethos and values of the College.
You will also:
• Show strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to collaborate with colleagues.
• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Demonstrated experience working in a café or food envir…
Cafeteria Assistant
Mater Dei College has the opportunity for a part-time, ongoing Cafeteria Assistant to become an integral part of the College’s Cafeteria team, commencing Term 2 2026 or as soon as practicable.
We are seeking a bubbly, approachable and initative-driven individual who is committed to supporting the Chef Manager and working collaboratively with the cafeteria team to provide nutritious and appealing meals to staff and students.
The Cafeteria Assistant will be in attendance Monday's to Friday's 10:00am to 2:00pm during the Term time only.
The Cafeteria Assistant will be responsible for a variety of tasks that are inclusive of, but not limited to:
• Assisting in the preparation of menu items, following recipes and portion control guidelines
• Washing, chopping, slicing and preparing ingredients under the guidance of the Chef Manager
• Using correct chemicals on food preparation area and kitchen equipment, adhering to food, health and safety standards
• Serving and attending to students and staff in a professional, welcoming and friendly manner
• Handling cash and eftpos transactions, ensuring efficient and accurate use of the cash register
Selection Criteria
The successful applicant will support the Catholic ethos and values of the College.
You will also:
• Show strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to collaborate with colleagues.
• Possess excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Demonstrated experience working in a café or food envir…