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Queensland Association of School Tuckshops

The Queensland Association of School Tuckshops (QAST) is a not-for-profit membership association working with Queensland school communities to build capacity in tuckshops and improve health outcomes for children. Our vision is healthy tuckshops, healthy schools, healthy children and we exist to support Queensland tuckshops to serve sustainable, affordable, nutritious and safe food choices.

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Recipes

Browse our collection of tasty tuckshop recipes or submit your own.

Training

Gain the skills to run a successful tuckshop through our range of training courses.

Resources Centre

Tools to help run a profitable, safe and healthy food service for your school community.
 

Gain the the skills and confidence to develop a healthy tuckshop menu.

Our latest news and resources

Like to plan ahead for special days in your tuckshop throughout the year? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve put together the ultimate guide for all the wonderful,...
13 November 2024
On Friday, 1 November, tuckshops across Queensland were recognised and celebrated for their tireless work and dedication to their school communities. Our hearts were warmed to...
5 November 2024
Written by Jo Wilson, Vice President, Baringa State Secondary College Our fabulous Karen is our tuckshop convenor. She is community with a capital C.  Karen goes above and beyond...
31 October 2024

Tuckshop-friendly recipes

Browse our range of tuckshop-friendly recipes to help inspire you and revitalise your tuckshop menu.

The 2024 Recipe of the Year, which is proudly supported by Health and Wellbeing Queensland, was awarded to Candice and Lisa from Bay View State School for their Creamy Vegetable Pasta.

Served with mint, honey and yogurt dressing
This versatile bean paste can be used for Mexican dishes, in jaffles or as a dip.
This tasty soup was created in collaboration with Deadly Choices, a preventative health organisation that aims to empower...

Resources

Staffing

Best practice documents to support your most valuable resource – your staff.

Operations

Implement clear, documented procedures and records in your tuckshop.

Volunteers

Information and tools to assist you in recruiting, training and retaining your volunteer base.

Marketing

Learn how to market to your diverse school communities and maximise your sales. 

Healthy School Events

Make school events healthy and fun and a leaning opportunity for children.  

Healthier Tuckshops

A range of FREE resources to help you achieve a healthier tuckshop menu.

Sustainable Tuckshops

See how to make healthy and environmentally friendly food choices.

Use our policy and procedure templates to operate a successful tuckshop.

Menu Planning

The menu controls the heart and soul of a tuckshop operation – the food.

Determine your financial goals and learn how to effectively manage your tuckshop to achieve them.

Smart Choices

Understand the Queensland Government’s Smart Choices Strategy.

Food Safety

Useful links, information and templates to ensure safe food is provided to students.

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