Canteen Assistant - Within School Hours!
Posted: 04/03/2026
Closing Date: 18/03/2026
Job Type: Casual
Location: Australian Capital Territory (ACT region)
Job Category: Canteen & Catering
Woden Community Service is a non-for-profit organization that has been providing community-based services for over 50 years. Our vision of 'A caring community where everyone belongs' is achieved through our values of Inclusion, Compassion, Hope, Responsiveness, Integrity and Social Justice.
We deliver services across the ACT covering children, families, young people and seniors including housing and mental health services.
WCS is a child‐safe organisation. Our staff and volunteers are required to uphold our commitment to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children and young people. All suitable applicants will undergo rigorous screening processes, including WWVP clearances, criminal history checks, and reference checks.
Job Description
About the Role
We are currently seeking a reliable and motivated Canteen Assistant to join our team on a Casual basis. The location is flexible across our sites that we provide services to. This role is responsible for supporting the day‐to‐day operation of the canteen by assisting with food preparation, customer service and maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness. The position involves working closely with the Canteen Coordinator, supporting volunteers, and ensuring a safe, welcoming and well‐organised canteen environment for the school community.
This role is between school hours, approximately between 8:30am and 2:30pm.
In this role, you will:
* Support the Canteen Coordinator with daily operations, including rostering, record keeping and stock control.
* Operate the canteen in the Canteen Coordinator's absence when required.
* Assist with food preparation and service, maintaining high standards of hygiene, food safety and customer service.
* Handle over‐the‐counter sales and assist with daily takings.
* Receive, check and store deliveries, ensuring correct stock rotation and minimal waste.
* Maintain a clean, safe and secure canteen environment in line with WHS and food safety standards.
* Assist with training new staff and volunteers and uphold all canteen policies and procedures.
* Foster a respectful, inclusive and child‐safe workplace in line with organisational policies.
To be successful for this role, you must possess the following:
* A passion for delivering high‐quality food and service.
* A commitment to food safety and WHS standards.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills, driven to learn and grow.
* Attention to detail for accurate and timely documentation.
* A professional approach to boundaries, privacy, and confidentiality.
* A current driver's license and access to a vehicle comprehensively insured vehicle.
Desired Skills and Experience
Why work with Woden Community Services?
* Salary packaging option up to $15,899 per Fringe Benefits Tax year, with an additional Meals and Entertainment package available up to $2,650 per Fringe Benefits Tax year.
* Discounted fees to use WCS Children's Services Programs.
* 15 days paid personal leave per annum (pro rata) for full & part‐time employees.
* 24/7 nationally recognised Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including 3 additional holistic service sessions.
* Ongoing professional development and a supportive team environment.
* Enjoy exclusive discounts and everyday savings on essentials at leading Australian retailers such as Woolworths and Coles, all through our Flare Benefits program.
* Paid additional wellbeing day per calendar year.
Applications may close once suitable candidates have been selected, don't delay get your application in today!For more information, please contact: WCSCareers@wcs.org.au
WCS supports diversity and inclusion in all our workplaces. Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people with a multicultural background, people who live with disability or members of the LGBTIQ community.
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