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Catering Assistant

Antiochian Care Limited
Full-time
On-site
Punchbowl NSW AU
$23.97 - $24.91 AUD hourly

About the Opportunity:

We are recruiting full-time, part-time, and casual Catering Assistants for a brand-new, state-of-the-art aged care facility (St Nicholas Seniors Care Centre) in Punchbowl. This is an exciting opportunity for passionate and motivated individuals to join our Residential Care team, to support the Inner West region in general and the Antiochian Orthodox community in particular.

Catering Assistant requires a hands-on approach to the food service delivery in the kitchen, resident's room, dining room, cafe, and various areas including snack and beverage stations as well as cleaning duties, whilst ensuring food safety standards and safety procedures are adhered to. Catering Assistant will be required to assist in the kitchen with dishwashing, cleaning, food preparation, and other duties as required. Knowledge of allergens, therapeutic diets, and infection control procedures is essential.

Selection Criteria:

  • Passion to work in aged care.
  • Minimum of 6 months experience as a Catering Assistant in residential aged care.
  • Possess appropriate skills and have qualifications equal to or higher than a Statement of Attainment in Food Handling.
  • You’ll be adaptable, and empathetic, and be able to live Antiochian Care's values of ‘Preciousness of Life, Compassion, Dignity, & Respect'.
  • A current Australian Police check.

About Antiochian Care:

Antiochian Care started in 2014 with a vision to be an aged care provider where safety, effective care, and quality human interactions are a way of life. Embracing the richness of our Christian ethos, we exceed service expectations in the field of aged care, providing superior, quality care and services to an ageing community, while supporting all faiths and ethnicities.

St Nicholas Seniors Care Centre is the result of the generosity and love of the community. We encourage choice, and participation for people and families by supporting their ongoing relationships at the Facility and in the greater community.

Our purpose and Christian motivation are to serve our ageing community, enhance lives and share the love of Christ. As a Christian, not-for-profit aged care provider, we serve and support people of our community, regardless of their faith or ethnicity, to experience the love of Christ through our service. We respect diversity and always accept people for who they are.

What we offer:

Our people are at the center of everything we do, and we encourage their growth and development to be their best through our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, excellent benefits, and a good culture of teamwork and cooperation.

We offer excellent remuneration that includes NFP salary packaging, generous leave entitlements, and a highly supportive workplace culture with a genuine passion for continuous improvement and excellence.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide a cover letter addressing the role requirements, complete your work history and educational qualifications, and submit your resume on Indeed or by emailing hr@acare.au

Apply Now!

Please note that applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. As such, the closing date is subject to change without notice.

All offers of employment are dependent upon the successful completion of the organization’s pre-employment check process. This includes but is not limited to a national police check, reference checks, and other pre-employment screenings.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

· Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

· Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

· Which of the following statements best describes your Covid-19 vaccination status?

· How many years' experience do you have as a catering assistant?

· Do you hold a current Food Handlers certificate?

· Do you have customer service experience?

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $23.97 – $24.91 per hour

Work Location: In person