Tuckshop Convenor

Position: Tuckshop Convenor 
Commencing Date: As soon as practicable 
Tenure: Term Time, Permanent
Per Hourly Range: $30.35- $31.39 per hour pending experience
Closing Date: Monday, 30 June unless filled prior

Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan was established in 1979 and has as its foundational story the well-known "Journey to Emmaus" from the Gospel of Luke. The theme of "journey" is one that is embraced by the college and is a fine metaphor for portraying the growth that all people experience in developing their spirituality, intellect, physical and social capabilities and wisdom.
Although the college is relatively young, it has an enviable reputation for providing an education which results in graduates who are well rounded young people. Academic excellence is sought and achieved, yet there is a broad education provided so that all who seek our values find a suitable pathway to attaining their goals.

Townsville Catholic Education has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

About the role

Ryan Catholic College, Kirwan is seeking an energetic and dedicated Tuckshop Convenor. This role is a term time, permanent position completing 21 (4-5 hours a day) hours per week. This role will commence as soon as practicable.

The purpose of the Tuckshop Convenor is to manage the day-to-day operation of the school tuckshop including taking responsibility for the efficient operation of the business in accordance with school policies and procedures and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Practices.

About you

• Experience with quality and nutritional value of Tuckshop menu
• Ability to provide customer satisfaction (students, staff, broader school community)
• Experience in risk minimisation – related to all WHS and other compliance requirements
• Ability to utilise sound financial outcomes, business systems and controls.
• Maintaining stock levels, manage supplier relationships and stock rotation as required.
• Ability to work with management on budgeting, cost controls and daily operations
• WHS awareness and knowledge of “Smart Choices” Nutrition Program for schools or similar
• Highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills
• High level of initiative and openness to new technology and processes
• Skills and experience in food preparation and advanced knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• An ability to communicate with a range of staff across primary and secondary school settings
• A demonstrated ability to develop and sustain productive working relationships.

Mandatory Criteria

• Current Working with Children Suitability Card - The successful candidate will require a paid Blue Card before commencement as per the No Card, No Start policy developed by Queensland Government
• This position will be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment to support the selection process.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience in a food service business
• Certificate III in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery
• Current First Aid certificate
• Food Handler Certificate

For more information, please refer to the Position Description.

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate
• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Modern facilities, equipment and resources
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Access to corporate health schemes
• Induction processes and professional learning programs
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing programs and initiatives.

How to apply

• Upload a current resume
• Upload a cover letter addressing the skills, attributes and experience to support the key accountabilities of the role identified in the position description
• Complete the application form including your two nominated professional referees (name, position title and email address)

Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential. 

Applications close at 3.00pm Monday, 30 June 2025.

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