As a Food Services Assistant, you will assist in preparation and serving of meals to our residents at our 30-bed facility in Richmond. Working as part of the Food Services Team, the responsibilities include preparation and serving of meals, daily kitchen hygiene and audit duties.
What we offer:
- Enjoy Not-For-Profit benefits that can help increase your take-home pay
- Access to a range of employee benefits and discounts
- Discounted Health Insurance with Medibank
- Access our Employee Assistance Program for extra support when you need it.
- Be recognised through Board Scholarships and Employee Awards that celebrate the great work of our people
- Be part of an organisation that genuinely values work-life balance
- Work alongside like-minded people who are passionate about making a difference
About the role:
- Part-time and Casual opportunities available
- Join our team at Richmond and make a meaningful difference in the local community
- Conveniently located on Church Street in Richmond, with the Route 78 tram stopping right out the front, just a short walk from the Bridge Rd/Church St tram stop (Routes 48 and 75) and approximately a 10-minute walk from East Richmond Station.
- Adaptable AM and PM shifts available.
What you bring:
- Certificate in Food Handling: HLTFS207C.
- Experience in a commercial kitchen.
- Aged Care Experience as Food Service Assistant/ Kitchen Hand
- Experience in the preparation and presentation of food for large groups.
- Ability to provide a high standard of customer service.
- Understanding of and commitment to safe work and hygiene practices.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to understand and complete documentation in accordance with Food Safety Plan requirements.
- Ability to identify problems and a clear understanding of when to alert immediate supervisors.
- Pro-active and dedicated approach to position.
About us:
Mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting Victorians for more than 65 years. We began with a straightforward belief that older people in our community deserve care, dignity and a place to belong. Founded by a group of neighbourhood volunteers in 1959, we continue to build on that same spirit of connection and care.
Today, we are privileged to support 20,000 Victorians through our residential aged care homes, retirement villages, home care and community services.
Our people are what makes us who we are, and we proudly represent more than 70 nationalities across our workforce of more than 4,300 employees and 500 volunteers.
As a purpose led organisation, we reinvest in our services to strengthen, grow and innovate, ensuring we continue to put people first, today and for generations to come.
To apply: please submit your application and attach your CV.
Apply early! This role may close sooner than the listed closing date if we find the right candidate – so if interested, please apply early.
All successful candidates must be willing to undergo and pass a National Police Check and other relevant compliance checks.
Additional information
- Part-time and casual positions Available | AM & PM Shifts
- Aged Care Industry | Richmond Location
- Access to Salary Packaging - increase your take home pay!