Food Services Officer

At Xavier Catholic College , we live the qualities which reflect the work and life of Jesus Christ. We are called to be challenged, compassionate, collaborative, courageous and Christ-like. The 5 Cs are our set of values which we ask our whole community to embrace in their day to day life.

At Xavier Catholic College a Classroom Teacher is expected to work collaboratively and positively with their colleagues, to assist in the implementation of a shared vision for continual school improvement. This role is in alignment with the Australian Professional Standards for teachers and as such all teachers will be able to clearly demonstrate the standard descriptors within their specific teaching context at their stage of expertise and reflect the learning requirements of their students.

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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 Food Services Officer oversees the delivery and service of food and catering across the school. This position is responsible for the making, serving and replenishing of food operations in the school community (inclusive of the Cafe, Canteen and Vending Machines). This position is also responsible for the food preparation for both the Canteen and CAFE as well as the catering requirements for the community. This role is also required to provide the service of meals and snacks, preparing menus and processing payments using the point-of-sale system.

The CAFE and Canteen are required to provide a healthy food alternative to ensure the community has available to it a range of appropriate and economical food options in our community

Position Description is Attached

What We Can Offer

• Permanent, Part-Time Position
• Commencing Monday 27 January 2025

• Work Schedule: 27.5 hours per week.

• Monday to Friday 9.30am - 3.30pm = 30 minute unpaid break

• Discounted Bupa Health insurance
• Salary plus salary packaging through Maxxia
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology
• Salary: Level 3 $32.10 Per hour Averaged (term-time only)

Selection Criteria

• Experience in managing the day to day running of successful food services, including safe handling of food, appropriate food preparation knowledge and experience, restocking supplies, balancing budgets
• Experience in preparing menus, meals and snacks that are based on customer feedback and preferences in accordance with food safety standards and quality controls.
• Experience in resolving customer complaints regarding food quality, customer service or other issues.
• Ability to aim for the targeted KPI's in regards to food services
• Demonstrated experience in coffee making/barista skills or willingness to learn
• A proven high level of professional collaboration and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills and experience to provide excellent food services in our community
• Work collaboratively in a team environment in a professional and courteous manner.
• Accreditation for Support Staff in a Catholic School (Category A, Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools, Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga) or willing to achieve.

Essential Requirements:

• Current NSW Working With Children Check
• Food handling Certificate
• Diploma or equivalent in Hospitality Management is highly desirable
• Successful candidate to undergo a Functional assessment and  National Criminal History Check.

Applications and Enquiries

If you are interested in these positions and would like further information, please contact Ingrid Hopwood on or

To apply for this position please forward your CV and Cover letter selection criteria to Ingrid Hopwood on or

If you are applying for this position you must complete a Pre-Employment Declaration as part of CEDWW Recruitment requirements. If you do not complete the Pre-Employment Declaration we are unable to progress your application further.

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 20th November 2025

Interviews may be conducted with successful candidates before applications close

"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