Queensland Government

Canteen Assistant - Corinda State High School

Posted: Oct 30, 2025

Job Description

Corinda State High School is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Canteen Assistants to join our vibrant Food Services team.This role suits individuals who enjoy working in a friendly, fast-paced environment where teamwork and care come first.Our canteen team doesn't just serve food — we also support school events and functions, proudly showcasing Corinda's strong community spirit.You'll be involved in preparing, cooking, serving, and presenting food for students, as well as assisting with catering setup and service at school functions to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.No experience needed — just a positive attitude and willingness to learn.Flexible Hours: Whether you're looking for 3 hours a week or 30, we will happily arrange days and times that suit your lifestyle.About The SchoolCorinda State High School is one of Brisbane's leading state high schools, proudly located in the city's vibrant western suburbs. Offering a comprehensive coeducational experience from Year 7 to Year 12, the school is renowned for its commitment to excellence, sustainability, and innovation.Our Food Services department operates multiple outlets across the school, providing meals to over 2,000 students and 250 staff daily. In addition, the team delivers catering and food service for a variety of school events — from staff meetings and student functions to community celebrations and formal occasions.We believe our canteen is more than a food outlet — it's a welcoming space that brings people together, supports wellbeing, and builds community.Step Into Your Next ChapterWe're looking for reliable, caring, and community-minded people who enjoy being part of a collaborative team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a nurturing environment that nourishes both our students and staff, while also being involved in the exciting hospitality side of school life — supporting catering and food service at school events and functions.We understand that flexibility matters — which is why we're happy to create rosters that work around the right person's availability. Whether you can work a few hours a week or more regularly, we'd love to hear from you.Responsibilities IncludeAssisting with daily food preparation, cooking, and service to students and staff.Supporting the preparation and delivery of catering and hospitality services for school events, including setup and pack-down.Stocking, restocking, and maintaining inventory of supplies and ingredients.Ensuring compliance with all food safety, hygiene, and cleaning standards.Working collaboratively as part of a supportive, positive, and professional team.Providing friendly and respectful service to students, staff, and visitors.Please refer to the role description for core duties.What You BringA positive attitude and a genuine desire to contribute to a caring school community.Openness to learn and follow food safety and operational procedures.Some food service, retail, or kitchen experience would be an advantage but is not essential.A willingness to work as part of a busy, event-focused team.Reliability, punctuality, and pride in maintaining a clean, safe workspace.An understanding of the important role food plays in student wellbeing and engagement.Interested? To Apply:Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Occupational group Education & Training

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