Tuckshop Assistant - All Regions - Talent Pool - 2026/2027
All Regions · All Regions, QLD
Position: Tuckshop Assistant
Start date: Applications accepted all year round. Interviews are initiated based on the needs of the school or college.
Employment Status: Term-Time
Hours per week: Various
Salary: $39.00 - $40.24 per hour (Casual Rate); $31.20 - $32.19 (Hourly Rate for Part-time or Full-time) (NB. pending qualifications; age based salary rates apply if under 18)
About us
Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.
Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.
Our Talent Pools support a rolling process with vacancies and offers of employment occurring throughout the year. Applications remain current for 12 months.
Your Role
As a Tuckshop Assistant you will play a vital role in ensuring our students and staff receive high quality food and service. Your responsibilities may include:
- Assist the Tuckshop Coordinator in the day-day operations of the Tuckshop, providing a friendly, efficient food and beverage service to students and staff.
- Ordering stock from approved, reliable suppliers
- Receiving and checking all supplies against invoices and delivery dockets, signing same before handing over to the Principal or nominee for payment.
- Handling money and correct balancing of same, counting the daily takings and ensuring that daily takings are delivered to the Finance Assistant for banking.
- Follow Workplace Health and Safety procedures in relation to the preparation of food and the cleanliness/hygiene of the tuckshop.
- Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and procedures
- Daily cleaning/tidying of the Tuckshop area.
- Ensuring all stock is stored in a tidy and clean manner.
- Ensuring a high standard of customer service and hygiene is maintained.
About you
We are seeking dedicated and customer service focussed individuals with a keen interest in food within an educational setting.
Applications are welcome from anyone who would support the school's ethos and possess the following are encouraged to apply:
- understanding of and a commitment to the ethos of a Catholic school
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to work independently under pressure in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
- adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic educational setting
- knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly acquire the knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures is essential
- knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly acquire the knowledge of dietary requirements would be highly regarded
- Tertiary qualifications at Certificate level or equivalent knowledge, qualifications and experience relevant to the role of Tuckshop Assistant would be highly regarded
Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential. We value individuals who are committed to continuous growth and are eager to learn and contribute to our educational communities.
We look forward to receiving your application and are sure that you will find a career with Catholic Education in the Diocese of Rockhampton very rewarding.
What we offer
- Competitive salary range
- Superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- Modern facilities and resources
- Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
- Access to corporate health discounts with either Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance
- Access to Fitness Passport
- Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations
- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities