CATERING ASSISTANT

Albany, Western Australia 6330, Australia • Casual
AI Job Summary
  • Experience in a cleaning, catering or hospitality role is highly regarded.
  • Knowledge of food handling/preparation and safe work practices; includes special dietary requirements.
  • Must have valid right to work in Australia with Australian citizenship or a current visa.

Role Type

On-site • Temporary • Casual • Entry Level

Description

Join our catering team: 

Casual | Days – Monday – Sunday | Shifts – 7am – 11am or 4.30pm – 8.30pm.

Are you someone who take pride in maintaining high standards and enjoys working as part of a friendly and supportive team? Great Southern Grammar is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to help support daily operations of our boarding dining facilities.

The opportunity 

  • Assist with cleaning and upkeep of kitchen, dining and storage areas
  • Support food preparation under the guidance of the Catering Manager
  • Assist with deliveries, stock storage and kitchen operations
  • Maintain high standards of hygiene, food safety and workplace safety
  • Work collaboratively with catering, boarding and school staff
  • Support the smooth and efficient operation of the boarding dining room

What you will bring 

  • Experience in a similar cleaning, catering or hospitality role highly regarded
  • Knowledge of food handling and safe work practices
  • Strong attention to detail and time management skills
  • Positive attitude and ability to work independently and within a team
  • Ability to remain calm and productive in a busy environment
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills

Why join Great Southern Grammar? 

  • A welcoming, values-driven and student-focused professional community. 
  • Salary-packaging options, a deferred salary scheme, staff tuition-fee discounts and an Employee Assistance Program, subject to eligibility and School arrangements. 
  • A spacious waterfront campus, onsite parking and the lifestyle opportunities of Albany and the Great Southern Region. 

About Great Southern Grammar 

Great Southern Grammar is a vibrant independent Christian co-educational day and boarding school for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Grounded in Christian values and guided by our vision to Create YOUR impact, our community is shaped by Respect, Integrity, Courage and Compassion. Our 144-acre campus adjoins Oyster Harbour in Albany, creating a distinctive place to work, learn and belong. 

How to apply 

  • Click on Apply Now.  
  • Include an up-to-date CV and a concise cover letter outlining administration, data-entry or accounts payable experience; confidence with systems and Excel; attention to detail; preferred workdays; and reasons for joining GSG. 
  • Position description can be found on the School’s website.
  • Applications close: 4.00pm 11 October 2026. 

Questions 

For specific questions relating to the role, please contact the Catering Manager, Mr Nick Harvey via email nick.harvey@gsg.wa.edu.au.  For questions relating to the application process, please contact recruitment@gsg.wa.edu.au. 

Our commitment 

Great Southern Grammar is an equal opportunity employer and is fully committed to protecting children and maintaining a child-safe environment. Successful applicants must satisfy child-protection screening, adhere to the School’s child-protection policies and comply with relevant laws and regulations. Applicants must be Australian citizens or hold a current visa that permits them to work in Australia. 

Company Overview

Great Southern Grammar is a vibrant independent Christian co-educational day and boarding school for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year Twelve. We are located on 144 acres (58ha) adjoining the picturesque Oyster Harbour in Albany. All Great Southern graduates are beacons of light in the world having a positive, lasting impact in their communities for the common good. Our vision is: Create YOUR impact. All students experience success and become to know their important place in the world.

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