Ongoing Part Time

At St Michael's Grammar School, we believe that exceptional education is grounded in connection, belonging, and relationships. We are seeking a highly organised Food Studies Technician to join our School on a part time, ongoing basis.As a Food Studies Technician, you will contribute to the successful running of Food Studies practical classes; supporting teachers in facilitating high-quality food preparation experiences for students. Working in partnership with another Food Studies Technician, you will play a significant role in fostering students’ engagement, growth in food skills, and self-efficacy in a kitchen environment.

The role is part time on 0.6 load (22 hours and 48 minutes). There is room for negotiation on the specific workdays and hours; assuring these are aligned with the kitchen use timetable.

Key Responsibilities The Food Studies Technician will:

- Liaise with Food Studies teaching staff on their needs for practical classes.
- Order, prepare, label, store, and stocktake ingredients and equipment for classes.
- Facilitate cleaning and maintenance of the kitchen environment and equipment to keep facilities in positive working order.
- Setup ingredient and equipment stations before classes as required.
- Build positive working relationships with colleagues and students.
- Provide input into the safe use of equipment and procedures for the Food Studies Kitchen, with the aim of using the space as efficiently as possible.

About You The successful candidate will:

- Have completed an approved food safety training course,



or have appropriate skills and knowledge in food handling processes.
- Have demonstrated experience in, duties associated with the preparation, storage, and maintenance of equipment and consumables in a commercial kitchen environment.
- Have strong planning and organisational skills.
- Have demonstrated experience of purchasing ingredients, consumables, and equipment.
- Be able to demonstrate skills necessary to work collaboratively and adaptively in a kitchen environment.
- Experience in Foodie or similar Food Studies ordering management software will be highly regarded.
- Demonstrated experience working with children and young people an advantage.
- National Police History Check (obtained within the last 6 months).

Application Process Please submit your cover letter and resume, outlining your experience, how you meet the requirements of this role. Note: Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. For more information, please refer to the full position description. Applications will close at 10:00am on Monday 23 November 2026.

Why St Michael’s?

- Culture of continuous improvement and celebrating success.
- Stimulating work and learning environment.




- Student tuition discounts for children of full-time staff, available from commencement.
- Exceptional resources and facilities.
- Active Staff Association focused on staff collegiality and wellbeing.
- Access to the Schools on-site caf and sporting complex.
- Staff benefits and Employee Assistance Program.

St Michael’s Grammar School is one of Australia’s leading co-educational, independent schools, offering exceptional learning opportunities from Kindergarten to Year 12. Renowned for our innovative approach to teaching and learning, we are deeply committed to student wellbeing and fostering a strong sense of social justice.

Student Safety and Wellbeing

St Michael’s Grammar School is committed to Student Safety and Wellbeing. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Student Safety and Wellbeing Policies and Code of Conduct. These documents may be downloaded from the School’s website.

All staff at St Michael’s must:

- Always demonstrate and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Safety Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct and complete regular training in Child Safety standards.
- Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services.
- Ensure that your interactions with children and young people are positive and safe.
- Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in your charge.
- Act as a positive role model for children and young people.

📌 Food Studies Technician Ongoing Part Time (Melbourne)
🏢 St. Michael's Grammar School
📍 Melbourne