Canteen Assistant
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
4 October 2026
Posted 25 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
160.5
115.9 teaching · 44.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
11.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,323
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
13%
Girls vs boys
581 girls · 742 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Salary Range: $67,470 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time | Contract till end of 2026 school year
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable
About St Francis Xavier College
St Francis Xavier College is a large 7 -12 comprehensive Catholic secondary school which has served the people of Canberra for nearly 50 years. We are dedicated to a learning culture of innovation and excellence and in supporting our students to become confident, curious and resilient learners, and as such have become a destination school in the Belconnen region.
About the Role
The Canteen Assistant plays an important role in delivering a welcoming, efficient, and high-quality food service experience to our school community. The successful applicant will assist with the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages, including hot and cold drinks, while maintaining a clean, organised, and hygienic work environment. The role involves supporting daily canteen operations through stock management, receiving and checking deliveries, storing supplies appropriately, and ensuring serving areas remain well stocked and presentation-ready. The Canteen Assistant provides friendly and responsive service to students, staff, and visitors, works collaboratively with teachers, students, and volunteers involved in canteen activities, and contributes to a safe workplace by adhering to food safety requirements and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) procedures at all times.
This appointment is temporary to replace an employee on leave.
Benefits and Opportunities
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