Join Our Catering Team

Location: Ballina, NSW

Roster: Morning shifts, 6:30 am - 2:00 pm (minimum 20 hours per week)

Cater Care is seeking a friendly and reliable Catering Assistant to join our aged care team at one of our sites in Ballina, NSW on a part-time basis.

This is a great opportunity to become part of a supportive and welcoming workplace, helping deliver high-quality meal services that enhance the daily experience of our residents and staff.

In this role, you will assist with food preparation, meal service, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene standards, while providing excellent customer service and maintaining a professional presentation at all times.

What We Offer

- Competitive Hospitality Award rates
- Entry-level opportunity with structured training and development pathways
- Access to employee retail discounts across 650+ stores
- Provided company uniform for ease of onboarding
- Employee Assistance Program (Acacia Connection EAP) to support wellbeing

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and assemble food items including salads, sandwiches, and texture-modified meals
- Assist with meal service, ensuring a high standard of presentation and customer service
- Restock supplies before, during,



and after service periods
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, including dishwashing duties
- Set tables and assist with plating and meal distribution

About You

- Previous experience in food preparation and/or customer service
- Experience in contract catering, aged care, healthcare, or food service environments is desirable
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team environment
- Flu Vaccination and National Criminal History Check, or willingness to obtain

About Us

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian-owned contract catering service provider operating across multiple sectors, including Aged Care, Education, Retirement, Retail, and Remote Services.

We operate with the values of Care, Pride, and Community, fostering diversity, work/life balance, and excellent career opportunities. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

The Next Step

Click “Apply for this job” today. If your experience aligns with the key criteria, a recruitment coordinator will contact you. Please, no agencies.

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📌 Catering Assistant - Ballina
🏢 Cater Care
📍 Ballina