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Holy Spirit Primary School, Lavington, Albury
Holy Spirit, Lavington is located in the northern edge of the City of Albury, in Southern New South Wales. The school aims to provide a broad based education and caring learning environment that will enable all children to realise their full potential in all aspects of their development. As a staff, we believe that all children are created with talents and are special individuals, our job is to foster and develop these.
About Albury
On the historic banks of the Murray River, the charming twin towns of Albury and Wodonga offer a delicious food scene, endless outdoor adventure and a thriving arts culture. Albury Wodonga is a place where unfiltered, uncomplicated, refreshing connections just happen, naturally.
Why Work for Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga?
Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty‑four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities. In joining CEDWW, you will be part of a vibrant Catholic education community, with a shared dedication to providing quality education to students. Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We achieve this through our schools being communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning. We support employees in their career journeys by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.
Your New Role
The Canteen Manager reports to the Principal and leads a team of volunteers to provide food services for the Holy Spirit school community. The role includes preparing, serving, and restocking food, ensuring healthy, appropriate, and affordable options for students and staff. The successful applicant will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, work well with others, and show initiative, judgment, and discretion under pressure. They must be organised, maintain confidentiality, adapt to change, and remain calm in busy situations.
What We Can Offer
* Permanent Part‑Time Position
* Commencing 30th January 2026
* Work Schedule: 12 hours per week, Thursdays and Fridays
* Access to Salary Packaging
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program
* Discounted Bupa Health Insurance
* Salary: Level 3A: $32.78 per hour – averaged (term‑time only)
Key Capabilities And Requirements
* Experience in a similar position, ideally within an educational setting.
* Relevant, demonstrable level of industry and technical knowledge.
* Current NSW Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
* NSW Working with Children Check.
* Successful candidate to undergo a Functional Assessment and National Criminal History Check.
* First Aid Certificate is required or willingness to obtain.
Responsibilities
* Food Preparation & Service
* Supervision of volunteer helpers and allocating tasks.
* Customer Service – process orders, serve customers politely and handle complaints professionally.
* Cash Handling – take payments, and give correct change.
* Cleaning & Hygiene – maintain cleanliness in food preparation areas and equipment daily.
* Stock Management – restock food, drinks, and supplies as needed.
* Ensure wastage is minimised.
* Health & Safety Compliance – follow food safety regulations and hygiene standards to prevent food spoilage, contamination and subsequent food poisoning.
* Demonstrate strong awareness of the canteen budget by monitoring expenses, managing stock and purchasing with careful, cost‑effective spending in line with the approved budget.
Application and Enquiries
If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Matt Kean via email to
Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria (in 800 words or less) via email to
All employment offers with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) are contingent upon the successful completion of pre‑employment screening checks conducted by CEDWW's People and Culture team.
Applications close: Wednesday 10th December 2025
"CEDWW is a child‑related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care".
CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Seniority Level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
* Part‑time
Job Function
* Management and Manufacturing
* Education Administration Programs
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