Senior Tuckshop Convenor - St Augustine's College, AUGUSTINE HEIGHTS

Summary

Manage the day-to-day operation of the school tuckshop including opening and set-up of the tuckshop, preparation of food and food orders.

• Location: St Augustines College - Augustine Heights (S)
• Start date: 5 May 2026
• Work hours: 38.00 hours per week - School term weeks only with additional preparation days only if required for prior to school return per term (holidays unpaid)
• Salary: School Services Staff Level 3 - $34.171  + super
• Status: Term Time Continuing
• Ad close date: 1 May 2026
• Contact: (07) 3814 8300   |  psspringfield@bne.catholic.edu.au 

Please note: A cover letter addressing the criteria outlined in the 'About You' section should be included in your resume and relevant certificates as required. 

About the opportunity

P-12 College is seeking a Senior Tuckshop Convenor to manage the efficient and effective day to day operation of the school tuckshop. This role requires managing the profit and loss for the business unit, overseeing the health and safety within the tuckshop area and its equipment, ordering of stock, organisation of the casual staff roster per term, preparation of food, onsite catering, upkeeping a hygienic workplace ensuring compliance with all WH&S and Council Regulations, and customer contact with College staff and students, as well as other requirements as necessary to operate a busy P-12 College tuckshop. 

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Support special event days and catering requests for school functions which includes setting up and packing away.
• Prepare menus which actively support health food programs.
• Ensure food is prepared and stored in accordance with correct food handling and hygiene procedures and guidelines and assist with managing goods and supplies including the rotation of stock.
• Maintain adequate stock levels to meet daily and weekly menu requirements including the ordering, receiving, storing and inventory of stock.
• Coordinate the daily cleaning and clean-up of kitchen and storage areas to ensure high standards of food hygiene.
• Select and use appropriate techniques and cleaning agents for the cleaning of facilities and cooking utensils.
• Assist with the monitoring and recording requirements of the Food Safety Program for example, recording temperatures.
• Supervise, coordinate and support volunteers and staff in the tuckshop and storage areas. 

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement menus that support healthy food programs, with strong knowledge of nutritional requirements pf school-aged children.
• In‑depth understanding of proper food preparation techniques, safe food storage, and compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Proficiency in workplace health and safety practices, ensuring a safe and compliant food service environment.
• Extensive experience in stock management, including ordering, receiving, storing, and conducting stocktakes to maintain adequate supplies
• Strong organisational skills, initiative, and enthusiasm, with the ability to lead, plan, organise, and manage day‑to‑day tuckshop operations, including finance and cash‑handling responsibilities
• Commitment to maintaining cleanliness in food preparation and storage areas, including routine cleaning and hygiene monitoring
• Experience supervising, coordinating, and supporting volunteers and staff within a food service setting, fostering effective teamwork and positive communication.
• Skilled in setting up and packing away for events, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
• For this position you are not required to be Catholic. 

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Must hold a current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards: 

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options 
• Active staff social club and wellness programs 
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access – discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.