Aged Care Kitchen & Cleaning Assistant | Growth & Training

St Louis Care; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local discounts

Job summary

St Louis Care in Parkside (SA) is seeking a reliable Kitchen & Cleaning Assistant to join our boutique aged care facility. You will help with food preparation, meal service, and maintaining a clean, hygienic kitchen and dining area.

You will follow infection control practices, support residents with nutritious meals, and contribute to a calm, welcoming environment. The role suits someone with kitchen experience, strong hygiene knowledge, and the ability to work both independently and as part of

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking with hygiene and safety knowledge.
• Ability to prepare and serve meals meeting residents' dietary needs.
• Assist with menu planning to ensure nutritious, appealing meals.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen and dining area.
• Carry out general cleaning duties including mopping, vacuuming, dusting and sanitising high-touch areas.
• Follow infection control practices and safety procedures at all times.
• Manage time effectively to complete tasks promptly and efficiently.
• Be reliable, organised and able to work independently or in a team.
• Demonstrate empathy and respect when supporting residents and colleagues.
• Be adaptable to changing needs and busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals that meet residents’ preferences and dietary requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic kitchen and dining area.
• Carry out general cleaning duties including mopping, vacuuming, dusting and sanitising high-touch areas.
• Follow infection control practices and safety procedures at all times.
• Support quality meal service and contribute to a safe, welcoming environment for residents.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to meet workloads.

Skills

Food preparation

Hygiene and safety

Meal service

Menu planning

Kitchen cleanliness

Infection control

Time management

Reliability

Teamwork

Empathy and respect

Adaptability

Education

Cert III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent

Job description

St Louis Care in Parkside (SA) is seeking a reliable Kitchen & Cleaning Assistant to join our boutique aged care facility. You will help with food preparation, meal service, and maintaining a clean, hygienic kitchen and dining area.

You will follow infection control practices, support residents with nutritious meals, and contribute to a calm, welcoming environment. The role suits someone with kitchen experience, strong hygiene knowledge, and the ability to work both independently and as part of