Canteen Manager

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School, Waitara was established in 1898 by the Sisters of Mercy. In October 1991 our school was re-located to the new OLOR Parish site in Yardley Avenue. The school is situated in the Hornsby district of Sydney’s north and has a current enrolment of 320 students. Our school also serves and has close links with the parish of Queen of Peace Normanhurst. 

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School, Waitara is currently seeking an experced  Canteen Manager. This is a permanent part-time opportunity working 22 hours a fortnight to commencing on 28 January 2027.

The working days for this role are Thursday and Friday. 

The Canteen Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations and financial management of the school canteen in accordance with Catholic Schools Broken Bay (CSBB) protocols and relevant government regulations. This position requires strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills, as well as a commitment to providing a safe, healthy, and welcoming canteen environment for students, staff, and the wider school community.

Why join us at Catholic Schools Broken Bay?

We value our teachers and school leaders so they can best support every student entrusted to our care to learn and flourish. This is why we have taken the initiative to get ahead of the market and offer the following unique benefits to our staff:

• Higher pay: We have recently finalised our CSBB Enterprise Agreement which guarantees your pay will be at least 1.5% above the NSW Department of Education
• More time: We provide every primary and secondary classroom teacher with collaborative planning time (CPT), in addition to the usual release from face-to-face
• Staff voice: Our Enterprise Agreement reflects our deep commitment to having systems in place which give our frontline staff a genuine voice in their work
• Staff School Fee Discounts: Eligible staff receive a 25% discount on their children's school fees at our schools, pro-rated to their FTE
• Wellbeing Support: we provide a robust wellbeing program to ensure our staff thrive and grow.

Specific Criteria

• Have prior experience running a canteen or similar role with food safety knowledge 
• Oversee the financial operations of the canteen in line with CSBB policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, manage daily takings, and reconcile Qkr! transactions.
• Conduct regular stocktakes and maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Order stock using CSBB-qualified suppliers and manage inventory efficiently.
• Ensure all food handling and storage practices meet NSW Food Authority standards.
• Ensure compliance with the NSW Government Healthy School Canteen Strategy
• Maintain “Healthy Canteenâ€� status and adhere to all relevant CSBB and NSW Health guidelines
• Comply with local Council health and safety regulations, including readiness for audits and inspections
• Coordinate and manage the servicing and maintenance of all canteen equipment (e.g., refrigerators, ovens, freezers)
• Recruit, schedule, and manage parent and community volunteers.
• Ensure all volunteers complete mandatory Child Protection and Food Safety training
• Communicate clearly and professionally with all stakeholders, including volunteers, students, staff, and parents
• Manage the Qkr! online ordering system, including uploading menu items, managing availability, generating reports, and producing labels.
• Respond to queries regarding missing orders or payments in a timely and professional manner
• Collaborate effectively with the Principal, Senior Administration Officer, and Parent Engagement Coordinator
• Have a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate and First Aid in an Education and Care Setting, including current certification in: Asthma Management Anaphylaxis Awareness and Emergency Response 

Qualifications and Accreditations

• Practising Catholic and/or can demonstrate an understanding and commitment to, the ethos of the Catholic faith in an educational context
• Valid Working with Children Check

About us

We are Catholic Schools Broken Bay, a vibrant and enriching learning environment that spans the Central Coast, Sydney's Northern Beaches and the North Shore. Students are engaged, empowered and inspired to become their best selves. Our 43 schools all promote faith, learning and wellbeing in the pursuit of our system wide Strategy, Shaping Tomorrow: Together in Faith. We invite parents, caregivers, and students to discover a Catholic education delivered with care and compassion, available through our Kindergarten to Year 12 pathways.

How do I apply?

Applications should include:

• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing why you are interested in the role and addressing each of the specific criteria listed above; and
• A current resume

Application Closing Date: COB, Friday, 6th November 2026. 

Agencies, please note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted for this position.

At Catholic Schools Broken Bay, child safety is paramount. Our commitment is for our school communities to be spaces where every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to grow and flourish. We actively seek individuals who recognise and are willing to commit to safeguarding as a shared responsibility.