Create Culinary Moments with Meaning
Not-for-profit salary sacrifice perks available up to $15,899
Casual prospect (morning and afternoon availability required)
Christie Downs
At St Basil's Homes, we don't just serve meals; we create moments of connection and joy for our residents, reflecting our core values of Courtesy and Kindness in every dish we prepare.
Inspired by our commitment to innovation and resident-centred dining, we are seeking a skilled and passionate Catering Assistant to join our team and help redefine the aged care dining experience.
The Role:
In this role you will report directly to the Head Chef and play an essential part in our collaborative catering team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations at our Christie Downs site.
As an experienced Catering Assistant/Cook, you will work as a member of our wider kitchen team on a casual basis.
You will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of catering and presentation whilst handling, preparing and storing food, in addition to associated cleaning tasks.
You will demonstrate knowledge of and compliance with food safety standards.
What you'll do and be responsible for:
Assist with basic food preparation under the direction of the Chef or Cook




Work in a Chef/Cook capacity when required to support leave
Support meal plating and service to ensure timely delivery to residents
Maintain a clean, hygienic, and organised kitchen environment
Operate commercial kitchen equipment safely
Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
Follow food safety, infection control, and agedcare standards
Work collaboratively with the catering team to ensure smooth daily operations
What you'll need to succeed:
A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role.
Ability to work efficiently in a fastpaced environment
Strong teamwork and communication skills
Solid interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team-oriented team environment.
Understanding of safe food handling practices
Knowledge of dietary requirements specific to Aged Care
Previous experience in a
commercial kitchen or aged care setting
Relevant qualifications (Cert III or IV Commercial Cookery, Trade Qualification etc) are highly regarded but not essential
How to apply:
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, click apply now!
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📌 Catering Assistant/cook Adelaide
🏢 St Basil's Homes
📍 Adelaide