The aim of St Columba Anglican School is to be the most outstanding regional school in New South Wales. It is the product of the vision of a community - to build a school with access to all who want their children to achieve the highest standards of education and behaviour.
St Columba Anglican School is founded on faith. The Christian ethos is present in its caring philosophy and its concern to produce educated leadership. The School is a community school in the sense that its doors are open to all, so long as they are sympathetic to and support the School's Christian foundation.
Purpose of the Position
The Cafe Assistant is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the school cafe and the canteen as needed by delivering efficient, hygienic, and high-quality food service. This role works closely with the Cafe Supervisor to ensure a welcoming, customer-focused experience for students, staff, and visitors.
This is a full-time, ongoing position during term time only. You will be stood down without pay during student vacation periods.
Key duties and responsibilities
Key results areas
* Food is prepared in a timely and efficient manner while always maintaining the highest level of hygiene.
* Food is prepared as directed by the Cafe Coordinator.
* Work environment is always maintained at the highest level of cleanliness.
Critical duties include
* Prepare food and beverage items to be sold at the café.
* Washing dishes and cleaning of cafe equipment, shelves and fridges.
* Sweeping and mopping of floors as directed.
* Assist in restocking Cafe with fresh supplies.
* Assist in catering for Food Service functions as directed.
* Other duties as delegated by Cafe Coordinator.
Other duties may include
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o Assistance with events set-up, catering and clean-up.
o Supporting the operation of the school canteen as needed
o Counting of takings and cash handling.
Personal attributes
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o Ability to work as part of a team.
o Ability to work in a fast paced, commercial kitchen.
o Ability to communicate with students, parents and staff in a friendly welcoming manner.
o Energetic and well organised, paying particular attention to personal cleanliness.
o Ability to adapt to the varied demands of life in the Cafe.
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Qualifications and Experience
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o Experience in food services, hospitality, or a café environment is essential.
o Food Safety Certificate or the ability to acquire.
o Previous experience in a barista role will be highly regarded
o Food handling experience.
o Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Additional Requirements
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o Current Working with Children Check
o Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to gain one)
Applications are open to permanent residents of Australia only
How to Apply:
To learn more and access the Position Description, visit the SCAS Careers page:
Go to the "Discover" button and then the green "Apply for this job" button to submit your application.
We will shortlist and interview high quality applications as they are received, and we strongly encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible.
Applications close Friday 23rd January 2026.
St Columba Anglican School has a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to promoting child safety, children's wellbeing and protecting children from abuse.
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