Bundaberg State High School is seeking a proactive and organised Canteen Assistant to support the running of our busy school canteen.

The canteen operates Monday to Friday and requires availability between 6.30am and 2.30pm. Hours may vary slightly depending on the needs of the canteen.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.92FTE), 70 hours per fortnight with flexibility for 2 x part-time staff in a job share capacity.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Part time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification OO2
Workplace Location Wide Bay
Job ad reference QLD/NCR698101/26T
Closing date 30-Aug-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Until 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Nicole Halford
Contact details 07 4154 5333
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About us:

Whilst steeped in tradition as one of the oldest Secondary Schools in Queensland, Bundaberg State High School symbolises and exemplifies excellence in public school education.

Our students are surrounded by possibility and opportunity in many diverse and enriched programs, which provide all students with the opportunity to perform to the best of their ability in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits.

The school's values of being respectful, responsible, safe and committed are the foundation of student expectations.

They are reflected in our standing within the local community, as well as the school's motto, “Through hard work, the stars.”

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

- The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, use initiative and have excellent communication and organisational skills.




- The successful candidate will require the ability to work effectively in a small team environment as well as with the broader school community and suppliers.
- Experience in food preparation is desirable.

Responsibilities include:

- Provide quality canteen and catering customer services including food production and food preparation duties
- Customer and counter service (including cash handling, use of our POS system and reconciliation processes)
- Restocking fridges and food displays as well as general stock rotation
- Support the Canteen Supervisor with stock ordering if required
- Assist with internal school catering
- General cleaning and hygiene duties throughout the canteen
- Comply with health and safety food handling regulations

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 1-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

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Information Package for Applicants

Role Description

📌 Canteen Assistant - Bundaberg State High School (Bundaberg Central)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Bundaberg Central