Catering Assistant

Compass Group Pty Limited; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 49,593 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts

Skill development

Sustainable operation

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited in Newcastle area is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to support hospital meals service. You will help prepare, portion and deliver meals to patient rooms while following dietary requirements and safety standards.

This role offers casual hours with a base wage of $30.22 per hour plus 25% casual loading and penalty rates, reflecting shift patterns and patient care focus. Join a team dedicated to patient well-being in a dynamic healthcare setting and contribute to

Qualifications

• Patience when interacting with patients and staff.
• Understanding comfort through food in a healthcare setting.
• Can-do attitude and willingness to help others.
• National Police Clearance required or able to obtain clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, portioning, and presenting meals, including assembling patient trays according to dietary requirements.
• Deliver meals directly to patient rooms, providing a friendly and respectful interaction while ensuring accuracy and care.
• Support patients with meal-related requests and communicate effectively with nursing staff and dietitians when required.
• Assist with kitchen duties including food prep, dishwashing, stock handling, and maintaining hygiene standards.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible attitude

Job description

Catering Assistant

Salary: $30.22/hour + 25% casual loading + penalty rates

• Gain valuable experience working in a hospital environment
• Provide nutritious meals that support patient recovery and well-being
• Work in a supportive, dynamic hospital environment with a focus on teamwork

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, portioning, and presenting meals, including assembling patient trays according to dietary requirements.
• Deliver meals directly to patient rooms, providing a friendly and respectful interaction while ensuring accuracy and care.
• Support patients with meal-related requests and communicate effectively with nursing staff and dietitians when required.
• Assist with kitchen duties including food prep, dishwashing, stock handling, and maintaining hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates patience when interacting with patients and staff, ensuring their needs are met with care.
• Understands the importance of providing comfort through food, especially in a healthcare setting.
• Approaches tasks with a can-do attitude and a willingness to help others.
• Must have or be able to obtain a National Police Clearance.

Benefits

• Easy access to 100+ retail discounts.
• Opportunity to learn new skills and move to different internal roles.
• A chance to join an ecologically and socially forward operation.