Casual Catering Assistant - Aged Care Dining & Service

St Basil's Homes (SA); Adelaide; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice benefits up to $15,z?

Casual opportunity - morning and arvo

Job summary

St Basil’s Homes (SA) is seeking a skilled Catering Assistant to join our Christie Downs kitchen on a casual basis. You will work with the Head Chef and the catering team to maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, and safety while supporting meal service to residents.

The role requires at least 2 years’ experience in a similar setting, strong teamwork, and knowledge of safe food handling and aged care dietary requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Understanding of safe food handling practices.
• Knowledge of dietary requirements for aged care.
• Experience in a commercial kitchen or aged care setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation under the direction of the Chef or Cook.
• 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Dietary knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Cert III/IV Commercial Cookery

Job description

St Basil’s Homes (SA) is seeking a skilled Catering Assistant to join our Christie Downs kitchen on a casual basis. You will work with the Head Chef and the catering team to maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, and safety while supporting meal service to residents.

The role requires at least 2 years’ experience in a similar setting, strong teamwork, and knowledge of safe food handling and aged care dietary requirements.