Cafe Assistant – Springfield

About UsEstablished in 2008, St Peters Lutheran College Springfield is a growing Kindergarten to Year 12 Co-Educational Day School of the Lutheran Church located in the master planned city of Springfield. Fostering contemporary approaches to teaching and learning, St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care, and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together, academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.About the RoleReporting to the Manager, Administration and Operations, the Café Assistant is responsible for menu planning, food ordering, stock control, record keeping, food preparation, and serving students and staff, while maintaining a clean and hygienic environment at all times.This is a permanent part-time position, working 25 hours per week during term time, across 40 school calendar weeks per year.Monday to Friday – 8 am to 1 pmWhat you will doPlan and implement healthy menus in accordance with guidelines, including ordering stock online as required.Prepare nutritious meals for students and staff while maintaining high standards of hygiene at all times.Assist parents, staff, and students with online orders and enquiries, ensuring allergies and dietary sensitivities are accurately recorded.Carry out administrative processes and other assigned tasks to support the effective achievement of college outcomes including Processing Purchase Orders.What you needPrevious experience working in a tuckshop or canteen, including the ability to operate basic equipment as requiredWillingness to obtain an I’m Alert or Food Safety Certificate prior to commencementMaintain a neat personal appearance and uphold high standards of cleanliness and hygiene at all timesExperience working in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering high-quality results both independently and with minimal supervision.How to ApplyTo apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at 10:00am on 02 March 2026.Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received and shortlisted candidates may be contacted and interviewed prior to the closing date. The College reserves the right to appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Baker, Administration and Operation Manager, on 07 3470 3868 or email via peopleandculture@stpeters.qld.edu.auA copy of the Position Description can be found below.  Position Description AUD Springfield 4871

Cafe Assistant - Springfield

  • Join one of the Queensland’s leading independent schools
  • Perm Part time position Convenient location No weekends or late night shift
  • Finish early with a balanced work–life schedule

About Us

Established in 2008, St Peters Lutheran College Springfield is a growing Kindergarten to Year 12 Co-Educational Day School of the Lutheran Church located in the master planned city of Springfield. Fostering contemporary approaches to teaching and learning, St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care, and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together, academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.

About the Role
Reporting to the Manager, Administration and Operations, the Café Assistant is responsible for menu planning, food ordering, stock control, record keeping, food preparation, and serving students and staff, while maintaining a clean and hygienic environment at all times.

This is a permanent part-time position, working 25 hours per week during term time, across 40 school calendar weeks per year.

Monday to Friday – 8 am to 1 pm

What you will do

  • Plan and implement healthy menus in accordance with guidelines, including ordering stock online as required.
  • Prepare nutritious meals for students and staff while maintaining high standards of hygiene at all times.
  • Assist parents, staff, and students with online orders and enquiries, ensuring allergies and dietary sensitivities are accurately recorded.
  • Carry out administrative processes and other assigned tasks to support the effective achievement of college outcomes including Processing Purchase Orders.

What you need

  • Previous experience working in a tuckshop or canteen, including the ability to operate basic equipment as required
  • Willingness to obtain an I’m Alert or Food Safety Certificate prior to commencement
  • Maintain a neat personal appearance and uphold high standards of cleanliness and hygiene at all times
  • Experience working in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering high-quality results both independently and with minimal supervision.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at 10:00am on 02 March 2026.

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received and shortlisted candidates may be contacted and interviewed prior to the closing date. The College reserves the right to appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Baker, Administration and Operation Manager, on 07 3470 3868 or email via peopleandculture@stpeters.qld.edu.au

A copy of the Position Description can be found below.

 

 

Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School

All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to the QCT website here. All other employees must hold a current paid Blue Card / Exemption Card or be issued with a paid Blue Card / Exemption Card before commencing work. To find out more about Blue Card requirements or to submit an application for a Blue Card/Exemption Card please go to the Blue Card Services website here.