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About Us
Sunnycare (https://sunnycare.com.au) is one of Queensland’s largest aged care and NDIS providers, delivering both residential and in-home care services. Our multicultural team is dedicated to bringing sunshine to the lives of our clients through personalised care that promotes independence, dignity and community connection. ##
About the Role
As a Kitchen Hand, your
key responsibilities
will include:
- Assisting the kitchen team with daily food preparation, basic cooking support, and post-meal cleaning.
- Helping prepare meals that meet residents' dietary requirements and cultural preferences.
- Maintaining cleanliness and ensuring the kitchen, food storage areas, and dining areas comply with hygiene and food safety standards.
- Adapting to changing operational needs during emergencies, such as infectious disease outbreaks or lockdowns, to ensure the continuity and safety of meal services.
- Assisting with food preparation for residents' birthdays and various cultural celebrations.
- Working closely with the Catering Manager and kitchen team to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
- Arriving on time according to the roster and following all food safety procedures and operational guidelines.
- Communicating effectively with team members, reporting any issues promptly, and contributing to continuous improvement. ## About You To be successful in this role, you will need:
- At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Basic English communication skills.
- Fluency in Mandarin or Cantonese is essential.
- A patient, detail-oriented, and service-focused attitude.
- A strong sense of responsibility and a willingness to learn.
- Good teamwork skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Availability to work approximately 15–20 hours per week initially,
including two weekdays and one weekend day, with opportunities for additional hours in the future.
- Availability to work during holiday periods.
- Availability to work over Christmas and Chinese New Year, with no plans to travel overseas during these periods.
- A genuine interest in securing long-term, stable employment. ## Essential Qualifications
- A valid Food Safety Certificate is required.
- A current First Aid and CPR certificate will be highly regarded. ## Work Environment
- Indoor kitchen working setting.
- Requires prolonged standing and occasional lifting and carrying of items.
- Availability to work weekends and public holidays may be required. ##
What We Offer
- A friendly and multicultural working environment.
- Competitive remuneration.
- Opportunities for career development and growth.
- The opportunity for high-performing candidates to transition to a permanent part-time position after approximately three months, subject to performance and operational requirements. ## Why Choose Sunnycare? Sunnycare is an established aged care provider and NDIS service provider, delivering residential aged care and home care services. By joining Sunnycare, you will enjoy:
- Modern facilities and a well-equipped working environment.
- Exciting opportunities as our new Stage 2 aged care facility opens.
- Competitive remuneration within the industry.
- A supportive team culture that genuinely values our employees and cares for our residents. ##
How to Apply
If you are interested in this opportunity, we would love to hear from you For enquiries, please contact Jacob: Email:
[email protected]. SMS: 0450 570 518. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and working together to provide quality care and services to our residents ### Company Overview Please visit https://sunnycare.com.au/ for more information
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