Food Services Team Leader

Food Services Team Leader

Xavier Catholic College, Albury

NORTH ALBURY, NSW

Canteen

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 4 August 2026

Xavier Catholic College in Albury is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Food Services Team Leader to commence as soon as possible!

Xavier Catholic College

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.

For more information about Xavier Catholic College Albury Click here

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 Team Leader oversees the delivery and service of food and catering across the school. This position is responsible for the budgeting, planning, ordering and purchasing of all food operations in the school community (inclusive of the Cafe, Canteen and TAS food services). This position is also responsible for the supervision and delegation of food preparation for both the Canteen and CAFE as well as the catering requirements for the community. This role is also required to manage the budget, set KPI’s and 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. Additionally this team leader will be responsible for rostering, budgeting and the KPI’s for this area of the school business.

Position Description is Attached

What We Can Offer

• Permanent, Full-Time Position
• Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm
• Commencing ASAP
• Discounted Bupa Health Insurance
• Access to our Salary Packaging Program
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Salary: Level 4 $38.32 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, ordering supplies, balancing budget, invoice processing and managing staffing.
• 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 set KPI’s in regards to food service.
• Demonstrated experience in coffee making/barista skills
• A proven high level of professional discretion and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills and experience to adequately organise and run the cafe and hospitality events.
• 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 or training to be a TAS/VET Teacher
• Certificate IV in Training and Assessing (Preferable)
• 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 02 6040 6388 or hopwoodi@ww.catholic.edu.au

To apply for this position please forward your CV and Cover letter selection criteria to Ingrid Hopwood on 02 6040 6388 or hopwoodi@ww.catholic.edu.au

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.

Applications Close Tuesday 4th August 2026