Job Description

Large multi-campus Christian school



Pakenham location



Ongoing part-time position (Wed to Friday during terms)





Chairo Christian School is a growing non-denominational Christian school with 1,900 Kinder to Year 12 students attending five picturesque campuses in West and South Gippsland, the Latrobe Valley and the south-eastern outskirts of Melbourne.


Our mission is to provide excellence in Christ-centred education in partnership with families within a caring Christian community. In doing this, we aim to prepare students thoroughly for further study, careers, service opportunities, enabling them to live their life with purpose.



We are seeking the services of a dedicated Canteen Operator to join the team at our Pakenham campus in Term 3 this year. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a caring Christian environment and deliver a friendly and efficient canteen service at the campus.



Some key responsibilities will include:


Operating the campus canteen and delivering friendly service to students and staff members

Preparing and purchasing food for sale through the canteen in accordance with the school's food safety standards

Processing online orders using My School Connect

Cleaning and organising the canteen and equipment as may be required

Assisting with canteen money management in accordance with school policy


The successful candidate will have the following:


Demonstrated commitment to the school's Statement of Faith

Food handling/hygiene certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Experience in food preparation or kitchen management (desirable)

Ability to relate to students and staff members in a caring, friendly and helpful manner


The safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all our students is a high priority. As part of our recruitment process, Chairo undertakes rigorous reference and background checking including, Working with Children and Police Record checks. Before applying, applicants are requested to review Chairo's Child Safety booklet.


An online application can be completed and submitted, together with a covering letter and resume, by clicking on the 'Apply' button below. For more information, please visit

www.chairo.vic.edu.au/careers