Position Vacant
Tuckshop Assistant for a school community focused P&C
| Position: | Tuckshop Assistant |
| Location: | Palmview State Secondary College, Village Green Boulevard, Palmview QLD 4553 |
| Relevant Award: | Parents’ and Citizens’ Associations Award – State 2016 (Award) |
| Nature of position: | Casual Retail Assistant under the Retail Operations Stream of the Award. |
| Hourly rate of pay: | In accordance with the Award, $33.16 per hour. |
| Ordinary working days: | Wednesdays and/or Fridays during ‘term-time’. |
Palmview State Secondary College P&C Association (P&C) is a community minded organisation working to achieve the best possible outcomes for Palmview State Secondary College’s students.
We are looking at employing a highly engaged and organised Tuckshop Assistant to provide assistance in the tuckshop under the direction of the Tuckshop Convenor.
In this position you will benefit from a rewarding interaction with staff, volunteers, and parents, and being part of the wider school community.
Your duties and required skills as Tuckshop Assistant will include but will not be limited to the following:
- Providing assistance in food preparation in the tuckshop under the direction of the Tuckshop Convenor;
- Checking and recording deliveries;
- Checking temperatures;
- Serving customers;
- Contributing to the review of new food products and assisting in the implementation of any special tuckshop project;
- Counting, rotating and storing stock;
- Basic cleaning duties;
- Cash handling; and
- Assisting volunteers when required.
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- A current Blue Card and an ability to work around children;
- Relevant qualifications and/or experience relating to the position;
- An understanding of food handling procedures and the Smart Choices strategy;
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills;
- An ability to prioritise tasks, and use knowledge and initiative to problem solve; and
- A commitment to service and performance excellence.
Previous experience working in a school tuckshop or café will be highly regarded.
Interested in applying?
For a copy of the selection criteria and position details please download the Position Description:
If you hold these skills and are looking for a rewarding role within a great school, please send your CV, as well as a cover letter addressing why you would be suitable for the role to Fiona Rothwell at president@palmviewsscpandc.org.au by Friday, 14th March 2025.
For more information, please email president@palmviewsscpandc.org.au
We look forward to hearing from you!