Catering Assistant - Aged Care/Retirement

Cater Care Group; Shellharbour City Council; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

650+ retail discounts

Acacia Connection EAP

Provided uniform

Structured training and development

Job summary

Cater Care is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join our aged care team at Warrigal Albion Park Rail, NSW. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals that support residents' health and happiness.

In this casual, hands-on role, you’ll follow established procedures, work with a friendly team, and contribute to a safe kitchen environment. The position offers flexible days and hours with base pay of $27.08 per hour plus casual loading and penalties where applicable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen hand, catering assistant, or hospitality role.
• Exposure to aged care, healthcare, or contract catering environments.
• Ability to follow procedures and work efficiently under pressure.
• Good communication skills and a positive team attitude.
• A respectful and caring approach to working in aged care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and service delivery
• Prepare and present texture-modified foods with care and precision
• Deliver friendly, efficient service with a smile
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and WHS procedures

Skills

Kitchen hand

Catering assistant

Hospitality environment

Aged care exposure

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Team player

Job description

Catering Assistant - Aged Care/Retirement

Posted: 22/09/2026

Closing Date: 22/10/2026

Job Type: Casual

Location: NSW: Wollongong

Be a positive influence on residents' daily health and happiness

Job Description

Location: Albion Park Rail, NSW
Roster: Casual | Various days and hours available
Pay: $27.08 base rate + casual loading + penalty rates (as applicable)

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Catering Assistant to join our dynamic aged care team at Warrigal Albion Park Rail . In this crucial hands‑on role, you will assist in preparing and serving high-quality, nutritious meals that enhance the health and wellbeing of our residents.

What we offer:

• Work with a leading national contract catering organisation
• Access to 650+ retail discounts,
• Employee Assistance Program (Acacia Connection EAP) to support wellbeing
• Provided company uniform for ease of onboarding
• Structured training and development pathways

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation and service delivery
• Prepare and present texture-modified foods with care and precision
• Deliver friendly, efficient service with a smile
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen
• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and WHS procedures

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

• Previous experience in a kitchen hand, catering assistant, or hospitality role
• Exposure to aged care, healthcare, or contract catering environments (desirable)
• Ability to follow procedures and work efficiently under pressure
• Good communication skills and a positive team attitude
• A respectful and caring approach to working in aged care

About Us

Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).

Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.

Please Note:

As a result of revised standards around health & well‑being in the aged care industry, all applicants must have a current year flu vaccination and undertake a National Criminal History Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.